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Representative Thomas Massie said he plans to introduce a resolution seeking the impeachment of Pete Hegseth when Congress returns, as President Donald Trump said he intends to keep Hegseth in his position.
Massie said his proposed measure contains eight articles of impeachment and accused Hegseth of violating constitutional trust, undermining the rule of law and endangering military standards and diplomacy. He said he expects enough Republican support for the resolution to pass, while other Republican lawmakers expressed doubt that it has sufficient backing.
Trump said Hegseth was doing a good job and criticized Massie. The president also said the war with Iran contributed to Republican losses in the midterm elections and said replacing Hegseth would be easier before Democrats take control of Congress in January.
House Democratic leaders Hakeem Jeffries and Adam Smith indicated support for Hegseth’s removal, according to the summaries. A Pentagon spokesman said the department had followed the law and rejected suggestions that Hegseth would resign or be removed. If the House approves impeachment, a Senate trial would be required for removal from office.
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