House impeachment vote set for Defense Secretary Hegseth over Iran War

Republican Rep. Thomas Massie forced a House impeachment vote against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing him of unlawfully initiating war with Iran without congressional authorization. The vote is scheduled later this week, marking the second attempt in two months. Massie filed eight impeachment articles alleging abuse of power, including Hegseth's handling of the Iran War and extrajudicial killings of alleged drug smugglers. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries now supports the measure, and several Republicans, including Reps. Don Bacon and James Comer, have expressed openness to impeachment following the GOP's midterm losses. Supporters praise Hegseth for boosting military morale and recruiting, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio defending his performance. The resolution's passage remains uncertain, though defeated Republican incumbents may vote freely without political repercussions.