Drohende Amtsenthebung: US-Repräsentantenhaus behandelt Amtsenthebung Hegseths
Nach dem Wahldebakel steigt der Druck auf US-Verteidigungsminister Hegseth wegen seines Vorgehens im Iran. Im Kongress wird ein Schritt hin zu einem möglichen Amtsenthebungsverfahren unternommen.
In the US House of Representatives, a motion has been initiated to initiate an impeachment process against Defense Minister Pete Hegseth. Republican Congressman Thomas Massie presented allegations against the minister regarding his conduct in the Iran War. Forces were reportedly deployed for combat operations against the Islamic Republic without a congressional authorization.
Massie frequently consults with US President Donald Trump, despite both being Republicans. The reading of his motion may lead to a vote in the House chamber this week. If the majority of members agree to the impeachment, the other chamber of Congress - the Senate - must take up the case and then decide on the proceedings. Currently, Republicans hold a narrow majority in the House of Representatives.
Recently, individual Republicans have been seen voting alongside Democrats. With the new legislative period beginning in January, Democrats are expected to have a majority in both chambers. Hegseth, referred to by the US government as War Minister, is under increasing pressure after the Republican's defeat in the midterms. He plans to hold a press conference on Tuesday at 2:00 PM CET.
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