WATCH: Rep. Massie introduces articles of impeachment against Hegseth on House floor
Also reported by CBS News
Summary
Representative Thomas Massie from Kentucky introduced a resolution in the House to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Massie claims Hegseth sent U.S. troops to fight in the Iran war without Congress’s permission, breaking the War Powers Act.Key Facts
- Rep. Thomas Massie is a Republican from Kentucky.
- He introduced articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
- The reason: Hegseth allegedly deployed the military in the Iran war without congressional approval.
- Massie calls this an abuse of power and a violation known as "high crimes and misdemeanors."
- The current House, controlled by Republicans, is unlikely to approve the impeachment.
- The resolution could lead to a vote within days.
- This action highlights debate over U.S. military involvement in the seven-month war with Iran.
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