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Why does Pete Hegseth call himself secretary of war? ‘Dopey but dangerous’ wouldn’t fit on a badge | Emma Brockes

Why does Pete Hegseth call himself secretary of war? ‘Dopey but dangerous’ wouldn’t fit on a badge | Emma Brockes

Summary

Pete Hegseth, the U.S. secretary of defense, has used the title “secretary of war.” The article reports that Rep. Thomas Massie introduced eight articles of impeachment accusing Hegseth of misconduct, including unauthorized military action involving Iran and efforts to change Venezuela’s government; Republicans blocked the proceedings.

Key Facts

  • Hegseth holds the official position of U.S. secretary of defense.
  • Hegseth has referred to himself as secretary of war.
  • Rep. Thomas Massie, a Republican from Kentucky, introduced eight articles of impeachment against Hegseth, according to the article.
  • The accusations included conducting an unauthorized war with Iran and seeking regime change in Venezuela.
  • Republicans voted down the impeachment effort, the article says.
  • The article says Democrats are expected to gain majorities in both chambers of Congress in January and may try to impeach Hegseth again.
  • Hegseth served in the military and reached the rank of major.
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