On November 11, 2026, the US House of Representatives rejected the initiative to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The resolution was supported by 204 congressmen, while 211 voted against it.
Reasons for the Impeachment Initiative
The impeachment of Hegseth was initiated by Republican Thomas Massie, who brought forward eight charges against him, including abuse of power during US military operations in Iran, Yemen, Venezuela, and the Caribbean. Massie claimed that Hegseth's actions harmed US national security.
Reactions from the President and Defense Secretary
US President Donald Trump expressed his support for Hegseth, stating that the impeachment initiator harbors "a lot of hatred" in his heart and is a "loser." Hegseth himself described the impeachment as a "political farce" and noted that he would restart the war with Iran if given the chance.
Next Steps
Following the vote, the resolution was sent to committee review, effectively halting any further consideration in Congress. This decision highlights the political tensions in the country and the divisions between Republicans and Democrats regarding US foreign policy.