Trump backs Hegseth as Republican files impeachment articles
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth dismissed impeachment articles filed by Rep. Thomas Massie as "a farce" and "sabotage" during a Tuesday Pentagon briefing, rejecting allegations of unlawful military actions tied to the Iran war. Massie, a Kentucky Republican, reintroduced the articles Monday, accusing Hegseth of violating the War Powers Resolution and conducting unauthorized operations. President Trump has pledged support, calling Hegseth "the most popular and successful military official" and urging Congress to back him. The impeachment push follows GOP midterm losses partly blamed on the unpopular Iran conflict, with some Republicans like Sen. Thom Tillis calling for Hegseth's removal. A House vote could occur this week, requiring only three Republican defections to pass.