Pentagon Chief Hegseth calls impeachment effort a 'show trial'

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has dismissed an impeachment effort against him as a "show trial" and "political spectacle," defending his actions in the Iran war during a rare press conference. Hegseth stated he stands behind every military operation and would repeat them, rejecting accusations of abuse of power as mere political disagreements. Republican Representative Thomas Massie filed the impeachment resolution Monday, alleging Hegseth deployed forces without congressional authorization. The House is expected to vote this week, with a two-thirds Senate majority needed for removal. Republicans currently hold majorities in both chambers, but Democrats will take control in January following the GOP's midterm defeat.