House blocks impeachment effort against Defense Secretary Hegseth

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The US House voted Tuesday to block an impeachment resolution against Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, halting the effort over his conduct and handling of the war in Iran. The vote follows Republican midterm losses partly blamed on the conflict. Republicans largely backed Hegseth after President Donald Trump signalled strong support, rejecting the resolution led by Kentucky Republican Thomas Massie and backed by Democrats. The vote comes as the party grapples with fallout from sweeping losses and rising gas prices. The rejection may only delay the push, as Democrats are set to take control of the House and Senate in January. The impeachment effort could be revived under the new Democratic majority.


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