Republican lawmaker files impeachment resolution against US Defense Secretary Hegseth

A new impeachment resolution against US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has been filed by Republican Congressman Thomas Massie, citing alleged unlawful warfare in the Iran conflict and other military operations. President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his support for Hegseth despite the challenge. Massie, a known critic of Trump, accuses Hegseth of violating laws protecting civilians in Iran strikes and of ordering lethal attacks on suspected drug smugglers in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific, which experts say lack legal basis. Hundreds of people have been killed in such operations since Hegseth took office. The House must vote on the resolution by Wednesday, but its success is unlikely as Republicans hold majorities in both chambers until 2027. Even if passed, a two-thirds Senate vote is required, and Trump could veto the measure. Democrats, who won the midterms partly due to the Iran war's economic impact, may offer more support this time.