Republican lawmaker moves to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
Republican Congressman Thomas Massie has introduced eight articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing him of unauthorized military operations against Iran and other abuses of power. Massie alleges Hegseth violated the Constitution by engaging in hostilities for over 90 days without congressional approval. The resolution must receive a House vote by Wednesday, though Hegseth dismissed the effort as "politics of personal destruction." President Trump has voiced support for Hegseth. Massie, known as "Mr No" for opposing federal spending, has frequently clashed with Trump. Impeachment requires House majority approval and a two-thirds Senate vote for conviction, making removal unlikely.