Democrats Face Backlash After Missing Hegseth Impeachment Vote
Eleven Democrats were absent, helping Republicans shelve the charges against the defense secretary. It drew sharp criticism a week after the party’s sweeping election victories.
Democrats faced backlash following their absence during a vote to impeach Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. In the US House of Representatives, 11 Democrats failed to attend the crucial vote, with Republicans blocking the attempt. The chamber voted 211 to 204 to refer the charges to the House Judiciary Committee, effectively ending the resolution for the current Congress term.
Hegseth was accused by Republicans, spearheaded by Thomas Massie, of carrying out unlawful orders and engaging in unconstitutional wars in Iran and Venezuela. The missing Democrats included notable figures such as Nancy Pelosi from California, Haley Stevens from Michigan, Laura Gillen from New York, Lou Correa from New Mexico, and Melanie Stansbury from New Mexico.
The Democrats' absence sparked criticism online, with party members and others blaming traffic, Representative Mike Johnson closing the vote early, and conflicting events.
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