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Massie introduces resolution seeking impeachment of Defense Secretary Hegseth
The Kentucky Republican seeks a House vote; Speaker Mike Johnson opposed the move, while Hegseth dismissed it as political, according to AP.
The numbers
- Articles listed in Massie’s office announcement
- 8 impeachment articles
Rep. Thomas Massie introduced a resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as the House opened Monday, November 9, The Associated Press reported.
The Kentucky Republican says he is seeking a House vote on the effort. Massie’s office listed eight impeachment articles in its November 9 announcement. Among the allegations, his office accused Hegseth of violating congressional war-powers limits concerning Iran.
House Speaker Mike Johnson opposed the effort as he opened the House chamber on Monday, AP reported. Johnson, a Republican, characterized the impeachment push as political.
Hegseth dismissed the effort in remarks to reporters Monday, according to AP, portraying it as politically motivated and rooted in policy disagreements. The defense secretary said his team was not worried about the push.
AP reported that a House vote to impeach Hegseth could lead to a Senate trial. Introducing the resolution is a separate step from a House impeachment vote and any subsequent Senate proceedings.
What we don't know yet
- Will the House vote on Massie’s impeachment effort, and if so, when?
- What action would the Senate take if the House votes to impeach Hegseth?
Timeline
Massie introduced a resolution to impeach Hegseth as the House opened, according to AP.