Massie predicts Hegseth's ouster by 2027 after filing impeachment articles

Rep. Thomas Massie introduced articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, predicting Hegseth will not remain in office through the end of 2026. The Kentucky Republican made the forecast Monday on CNN, with a House vote possible as early as Tuesday. Massie cited charges including waging war against Iran without congressional approval, ignoring laws on civilian casualties, and extrajudicial killings. He argued Democrats, projected to control both chambers in January, would pursue impeachment more aggressively, and that President Donald Trump would likely oust Hegseth to avoid a difficult Senate confirmation fight. Hegseth dismissed the effort as a "farce" and a "stunt," citing past defense secretaries who acted without authorization. Trump called Massie a "total loser" on Truth Social. Only two Cabinet officials have ever been impeached in U.S. history, and neither was convicted.