Lawmakers, Trump and Pentagon officials are contesting Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s future through impeachment and oversight fights.
Overview
Rep. Thomas Massie introduced eight impeachment articles alleging unlawful Iran hostilities, defiance of withdrawal votes and other military actions. Democratic leaders backed the resolution, some Republicans declined to defend Hegseth, and reports said GOP leaders feared it could pass. Republican criticism widened as Thom Tillis backed a Senate trial if the House impeaches and Ted Cruz predicted Hegseth could leave office.
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Why it matters
The fight affects Pentagon leadership, war-powers oversight, Republican unity, defense funding talks and Iran-war accountability.
Key details
• Massie’s filing started a two-day House clock.
• A Tuesday procedural vote was set for 5:30 p.m. ET.
• With two vacancies, 217 votes are needed if all members vote.
• The articles cite Iran, Venezuela, Yemen and maritime strikes.
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