Republican files impeachment articles against Defense Secretary Hegseth
US House Republican Thomas Massie filed articles of impeachment against Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth on Monday, accusing him of abuse of power and flouting the US constitution over his handling of the Iran war. A House vote could occur as early as this week. Hegseth faces pressure to resign after Republicans lost their House and Senate majorities in last week's midterm elections, with the unpopular Iran war a key factor. Massie said Hegseth directed military operations without congressional authorisation, though Senate conviction would be required for removal. Hegseth defended his record, calling the move "partisan political games" and citing the success of the president's America First agenda. He plans a Pentagon press conference on Tuesday, while Trump has backed him, saying he is "guilty of winning two wars."