Republican Massie files second impeachment resolution against Hegseth with eight charges

Republican Congressman Thomas Massie has initiated a second impeachment effort against US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, filing an eight-point resolution accusing him of unauthorized military action in Iran and other violations. Massie urged President Trump to replace Hegseth while Republicans can still confirm a successor in the Senate. The resolution, presented Monday, alleges Hegseth participated in combat operations in Iran for over 90 days without Congressional approval, intimidated administration critics, and ignored war powers resolutions. Massie previously filed impeachment articles in September, and his new attempt follows Republican losses in the midterm elections. The House, with 218 Republicans and 214 Democrats, may consider the resolution this week, though Massie acknowledges uncertain Republican support. Even if the House impeaches, Senate conviction requires a two-thirds majority, making removal unlikely. Hegseth dismissed the effort, saying "we're not worried about it."