Democrats turn up heat as Republican Massie seeks Hegseth’s impeachment

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing renewed impeachment pressure after Republican Congressman Thomas Massie introduced eight articles accusing him of misconduct during American military operations in Iran, Yemen, Venezuela and the Caribbean. Three articles alleged that Hegseth waged war against Iran without the required authorisation from Congress, while others cited alleged abuses in overseas military operations. The move could force a House vote by November 11, following Republican losses in the midterm elections. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries intensified criticism of the Iran campaign, calling it an “Operation Epic Failure” and claiming U.S. attacks had left Iran stronger. He also vowed that Democrats would end the war “one way or the other”.