- Republican Representative Thomas Massie filed a privileged resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, forcing a House vote within two days.
- Massie accused Hegseth of violating his oath of office, abusing Department of Defense powers, and mishandling military operations in Iran and Caribbean boat strikes.
- The filing marks a historic first: a lawmaker has introduced impeachment articles against a Cabinet official from their own party.
- The resolution follows a personal feud after Hegseth campaigned against Massie in Kentucky's Republican primary, which Massie lost.
- Pentagon spokesperson Kingsley Wilson defended Hegseth, stating the Department of War is stronger and unified under President Trump and Hegseth's leadership.
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