Jeffries backs impeachment of Defense Secretary Hegseth over Iran war claims

Jeffries confirms strong support for resolution

Representative Hakeem Jeffries voiced strong support for the impeachment measure against Hegseth while appearing on ABC's This Week. The House Minority Leader argued that the current secretary of Defense has abused his power and undermined national security. He specifically accused Hegseth of engineering a reckless war of choice in Iran that has raised prices for American citizens. Jeffries stated clearly that Pete Hegseth has got to go as pressure mounts on the administration.

Massie plans vote revival soon

Kentucky Republican representative Thomas Massie intends to reintroduce an impeachment resolution as early as Monday. This measure includes eight articles accusing Hegseth of violating the War Powers Resolution of 1973 and other offenses. Jeffries noted Democrats will discuss caucus support Tuesday morning when lawmakers return to Washington after the midterm elections. A former senior Pentagon official previously stated the war was primarily a Department of War-led effort because military action was chosen.

Trump defends Hegseth against critics

President Trump dismissed questions about replacing Hegseth by saying he thinks the secretary is doing a very good job. Hegseth responded to the pushback with a video accusing opponents of pursuing a politically motivated campaign against him. He claimed disgruntled defeated congressmen and Democrat allies dropped sham articles of impeachment similar to those tried against President Trump twice. Democrats promise to investigate Hegseth's handling of the Pentagon including purges of top military officers.