GOP Rep. Thomas Massie moves to impeach US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
Republican Rep. Thomas Massie filed an impeachment request against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, with Democrats expected to back the effort in the House.
Republican Congressman Thomas Massie from Kentucky introduced eight articles of impeachment against US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Monday. The Kentucky representative accused Hegseth of violating the Constitution and conducting an unauthorized war against Iran. Massie's resolution claims that Hegseth initiated military operations in Iran for over 90 days without congressional authorization, violating war powers, disregarding laws to minimize civilian casualties, and conducting unlawful military actions in Yemen and Venezuela.
The congressman also accused Hegseth of retaliating against political critics. Massie suggested that President Trump replace Hegseth before a replacement can be confirmed in the Senate. The Democrat-controlled Congress indicated it would conduct further investigations and impeachment proceedings against Hegseth. Massie's move is anticipated to lead to a House vote in the coming days, reigniting the impeachment effort initially raised in September but postponed before the midterm elections.
Trump has defended Hegseth, praising him for the administration's military campaigns in Iran and Venezuela. Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed confidence in Hegseth's performance, stating that he has worked with him daily on various topics and believes he has done an excellent job, delivering a high level of professionalism, intelligence, and dedication.
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