US Congress moves to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth

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A resolution to begin impeachment proceedings against U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has been introduced in the House of Representatives. The measure was proposed by Republican Congressman Thomas Massie of Kentucky. The resolution contains eight charges, alleging Hegseth knowingly executed unlawful orders related to starting a war against Iran without congressional approval. It also accuses him of abusing power regarding military operations in Yemen and Venezuela. A vote on the resolution is expected in the coming days. Hegseth has stated the impeachment initiative does not concern him, despite criticism from Democrats and some Republicans over his actions during the war with Iran.


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