Massie Introduces Impeachment Articles Against Hegseth

Republican Representative Thomas Massie has introduced eight articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, compelling the House to vote on the matter by Wednesday. The resolution alleges that Hegseth engaged in hostilities with Iran for over 90 days without congressional authorization and continued operations past War Powers Act deadlines. Additional accusations include failing to protect civilians, ordering unlawful strikes on suspected drug traffickers, retaliating against Senator Mark Kelly regarding protected speech, directing an unauthorized capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, and launching an unapproved military operation in Yemen. Massie stated his effort represents a gentler approach than potential future Democratic-led investigations. Despite the push from Republicans who blame the Iran war for midterm losses, Hegseth remains confident that he would pursue similar policies again if re-elected.