Massie Sets Conditional Impeachment Push Against Hegseth

Rep. Thomas Massie said he will seek a House vote to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth when lawmakers return the week of November 9, unless Hegseth resigns. The Kentucky Republican’s plan comes as Democrats prepare to take control of Congress in January and scrutiny grows over the Iran war and the Republican losses in the November 3 midterm elections. Massie said he intends to introduce the resolution on Monday or Tuesday. He had introduced eight articles of impeachment against Hegseth in September, alleging misconduct related to military operations and congressional oversight. Those allegations have not been established as findings of wrongdoing, and the earlier effort did not reach a vote before the House recessed for the election. A House vote is not assured. Some Republicans told reporters they expected Massie’s resolution could pass, while another expressed doubt. The procedure for a privileged resolution may also allow lawmakers to vote first to table it or send it to committee, effectively ending the effort before a vote on impeachment itself. Massie’s announcement describes a planned effort, not a vote that has occurred. President Donald Trump said he intends to...