Hegseth faces impeachment push over Iran war conduct and ally insults

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces impeachment efforts in Congress over "high crimes and misdemeanours," with a House vote possible by midweek. He plans a news conference Tuesday, his first in over 180 days, to counter the challenge. Republican Representative Thomas Massie proposed the 34-page resolution, focusing on Hegseth's conduct of the Iran war, plus military actions in Yemen and Venezuela. Hegseth has also disparaged allies, including mocking the Royal Navy and calling Nato members "freeloaders," drawing criticism from Downing Street. Hegseth defends his actions as historic, saying critics "take issue with the troops." Outgoing House Speaker Mike Johnson opposes impeachment, calling it a "terrible look" during hostilities. A Senate trial would require a two-thirds vote for removal, with Republicans holding majorities until January.