Republican lawmaker moves to impeach Hegseth over Iran strikes

Republican Representative Thomas Massie has initiated impeachment proceedings against US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, citing unauthorized attacks against Iran. The House could vote as early as Wednesday. Massie filed a resolution with eight charges against Hegseth, accusing him of exceeding his authority by advancing war against Iran without congressional approval. Hegseth announced his first Pentagon press conference in six months for Tuesday to address the proceedings. Following the Republicans' midterm defeat, President Trump's administration faces pressure over the Iran war. Republican Representative French Hill did not rule out supporting impeachment. Removal requires a two-thirds Senate majority, though Republicans hold a slim House majority until Democrats take control in January.