Republican lawmaker moves to impeach Defense Secretary Hegseth, drawing Democratic support and Trump's ire
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces an impeachment resolution filed Monday by Republican Congressman Thomas Massie, with Democrats backing the effort. Hegseth dismissed the move as a "political stunt" on Tuesday. The resolution accuses Hegseth of violating the law by waging war against Iran without Congressional approval, citing a school bombing that killed 120 children. It also alleges extrajudicial executions of drug traffickers and includes eight total charges. The House could vote as early as Wednesday. Trump defended Hegseth on Truth Social, calling Massie "bitter" and "defeated." Hegseth has also faced prior controversies over Signal app use and announcing a military execution livestream.