GoKawiilHouse Democrats prepare impeachment push against Defense Secretary Hegseth
Trump administration officials say Democrats are positioning Pete Hegseth as a top investigative target in the next Congress, with House Democratic aides signaling plans for an impeachment inquiry. House Republicans last night tabled a separate impeachment resolution against Hegseth brought by Rep. Thomas Massie, who accused him of waging an unauthorized Iran war and ordering 'extrajudicial killings.' Hegseth's tenure has also drawn criticism from some Republicans, including Senate Armed Services Chair Roger Wicker, over firings of generals and promotion decisions.
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Sources close to Trump describe Hegseth as increasingly exposed, suggesting internal administration anxiety about his political survival regardless of how any formal proceedings unfold. Democrats' reported strategy of narrowing charges to issues Republicans have already criticized could be an attempt to build bipartisan momentum, though that remains speculative. The failed Massie resolution indicates Republican leadership currently wants to avoid a floor fight, but officials reportedly view a future impeachment attempt as likely.
- Democrats are reportedly preparing an impeachment inquiry targeting Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
- A Republican-led impeachment attempt by Rep. Thomas Massie was tabled by House Republicans
- Some Republicans, including Sen. Roger Wicker, have separately criticized Hegseth's personnel decisions
Source: wired.com — Hugo Lowell, 2026-11-11
Published there as: “Pete Hegseth Is About to Get His Ass Kicked”
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