‘He won two wars’: Trump rallies behind Hegseth amid impeachment push
US President Donald Trump has expressed strong support for Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth amid impeachment efforts. Republican Representative Thomas Massie has introduced articles of impeachment related to military actions in Iran and Venezuela. Trump criticized Massie's actions and defended Hegseth's record of military achievements and operations. Hegseth has rejected the impeachment charges,…
U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed defense secretary Pete Hegseth amid calls for his impeachment by Republican Representative Thomas Massie. Massie filed eight articles of impeachment against Hegseth, alleging abuse of power and unlawful military actions, particularly regarding the Iran war and other operations. Trump dismissed Massie as a "loser" and defended Hegseth's record, claiming he won two wars, including in Venezuela and Iran.
However, Massie's claims mainly concern Iran and Yemen, with allegations of unlawful orders and civilian deaths. The House could vote on impeachment resolution within the week, but this move has faced criticism, particularly from House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune, who argue that it would look bad amid ongoing foreign military operations.
If impeached, the matter would then be decided in the Senate, where Republicans retain control until the new Congress convenes in January.
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