Republican Thomas Massie proposes impeaching Pete Hegseth over Iran war
Congressman says defense secretary repeatedly violated constitution through his handling of Iran war
TL;DR
- Rep. Thomas Massie proposed impeaching Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
- Allegations include violating the constitution regarding the war with Iran and civilian deaths.
- Massie claims Hegseth violated the law by engaging in hostilities for over 90 days without congressional authorization.
- The resolution cites specific incidents like a US strike on a school in Minab, Iran, and actions in the Caribbean and Pacific oceans.
- Hegseth is also accused of suppressing free speech and unconstitutional involvement in capturing Nicolás Maduro and a bombing campaign in Yemen.
- The Pentagon defended Hegseth, calling him a "transformative leader."
- The resolution must be voted on by Thursday, potentially forcing a difficult vote for House Republicans before the midterm elections.
- The articles are likely to attract many Democratic votes.