U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) launched an impeachment bid on Monday against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, forcing a potential House vote following major Republican losses in the midterm elections. Introduced as Congress convened for its first post-midterm sessions in Washington, the resolution focuses primarily on military actions in Iran, alongside references to operations in Yemen and Venezuela.
Massie argued that the Pentagon chief's actions amount to high crimes and misdemeanors. A House vote could take place by midweek, though next steps remain uncertain. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) opposed the effort, warning against impeaching a Cabinet secretary during active military hostilities abroad, while House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) indicated that most Democrats are expected to support the push.
Hegseth dismissed the resolution as politically motivated and defended the administration's military campaigns, announcing plans to hold a news conference on Tuesday to address the impeachment threat. President Trump also defended Hegseth, stating that the defense secretary had successfully executed necessary operations in the Middle East.
