US House of Representatives Republicans derail attempt to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
The chamber voted 211 to 204 in favor of a motion to refer the impeachment charges to the Republican-led House Judiciary Committee, effectively stopping the effort to impeach Hegseth.
On Tuesday, the US House of Representatives Republicans successfully thwarted an impeachment attempt against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The chamber voted 211 to 204 in favor of a motion to refer the charges to the Republican-led House Judiciary Committee, effectively halting the effort sponsored by Kentucky Republican Representative Thomas Massie.
Massie was the sole Republican to vote against the motion, expressing disappointment and comparing Republicans to passengers who knew the ship was sinking but chose to stay on board.
The resolution accused Hegseth of violating the Constitution and conducting unauthorized military operations against Iran for over 90 days without congressional authorization. Massie claimed the defense secretary's actions were breaking the law and required accountability. In response, Hegseth stated that the impeachment attempt was politically motivated and aimed at displaying to the US's enemies, such as Iran, that the nation would punish its warriors and civilian leadership for lawful military actions.
Massie introduced eight articles of impeachment against Hegseth on Monday, but the failed attempt leaves more time for Democrats to potentially attempt impeachment again once they control Congress next year.
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