House launches impeachment proceedings against Hegseth

Republican Congressman Thomas Massie of Kentucky has introduced a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives to begin impeachment proceedings against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. The resolution alleges Hegseth knowingly carried out unlawful orders to initiate military action against Iran without congressional approval, claiming Tehran posed no direct threat to the United States. A vote on the measure could occur in the coming days. Hegseth's actions have drawn criticism from Democrats and some Republicans. President Donald Trump has repeatedly said he will not fire Hegseth, though CBS News reported Trump discussed his possible resignation with aides. Impeachment requires a simple House majority, and Senate conviction needs a two-thirds vote; Republicans currently control both chambers.