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Rep. Thomas Massie filed articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Monday, accusing him of launching an illegal war in Iran and causing civilian deaths through boat strikes in the Caribbean aimed at suspected drug-smugglers. Previously, Massie had attempted to bring impeachment articles forward in September but was unsuccessful due to Speaker Mike Johnson adjourning the House before a vote could take place. Secretary Hegseth has announced plans for a press conference on Tuesday amid increasing calls for his impeachment from lawmakers.

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Pete Hegseth, the Defense Secretary, remains in his position despite calls for his resignation following the Republican party's significant losses in the midterm elections. President Donald Trump has publicly backed Hegseth, stating he is "doing a great job," even as Democrats prepare to investigate him upon gaining control of Congress. Thomas Massie, a GOP congressman, introduced articles of impeachment against Hegseth, alleging "high crimes and misdemeanors" related to the Iran war, including accusations of kidnapping a foreign leader and ignoring laws meant to protect civilians. Trump has dismissed Massie's efforts as baseless, calling him a "total loser." The controversy centers on whether Hegseth will become a political casualty amid growing opposition to President Trump’s handling of the conflict in Iran.

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The articles accuse Hegseth of illegally launching the war in Iran and killing hundreds of civilians in boat strikes against suspected drug-smugglers int the Caribbean.

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Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., filed articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Hegseth on Monday. asserted

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The articles accuse Hegseth of illegally launching the war in Iran and killing hundreds of civilians in boat strikes against suspected drug-smugglers int the Caribbean, Politico reported. asserted

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Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced he would hold a Tuesday press conference in the face of a growing impeachment push from lawmakers. asserted

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