White House and GOP leaders move to block Hegseth impeachment push

The White House and Republican leadership are mobilizing to block a Republican lawmaker's motion to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, fearing an unexpected defeat due to potential absences in the vote. The motion, filed by Kentucky Representative Thomas Massie, has caused turmoil within the party. The White House formally opposed the initiative on Tuesday, urging lawmakers to refer it to committee, a move that would effectively stall the process and prevent a full floor vote. Republican leaders are working to secure attendance and votes, as the party faces quorum difficulties following last week's electoral losses. Officials argue Hegseth was executing orders and that the motion undermines national security decisions, while Massie has drawn criticism from colleagues for his repeated actions against President Trump.