US House to vote on Hegseth impeachment by Wednesday

The U.S. House of Representatives will vote by Wednesday on whether to impeach Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, following articles filed by Republican Congressman Thomas Massie. Hegseth faces intense pressure after the Republican midterm defeat. Massie has filed eight articles of impeachment accusing Hegseth of waging illegal war without congressional approval and abusing his authority at the Pentagon. Hegseth stated Monday he is unconcerned, believing not enough Republicans will vote against him, and is ready to defend himself. Hegseth is blamed for the party's losses due to his role in the Iran war, which has spiked U.S. fuel prices via the Hormuz blockade. Removal is unlikely, requiring a two-thirds Senate majority, though prediction markets show heavy betting on his departure.