US lawmaker files impeachment resolution against Pentagon chief over Iran war

Republican Rep. Thomas Massie filed a resolution Monday to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, forcing a House vote that could remove a top Trump administration official after the Iran war contributed to severe Republican midterm losses. The resolution focuses on the Iran war and also cites military actions in Yemen and Venezuela, with Massie arguing Hegseth’s actions constitute "high crimes and misdemeanours." House Speaker Mike Johnson opposes the move, warning against impeachment during active hostilities, while most Democrats are expected to support it. If the House impeaches Hegseth, the Senate would hold a trial, though Republicans retain control until January. Hegseth defended his record, saying the war was necessary to confront Iran’s nuclear program, despite polls showing about six in 10 voters viewed the military action as a "wrong decision."