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Trump's two wars defence fails to shield Hegseth from impeachment push
Hegseth faces impeachment despite Trump's 'two wars' claim.
In brief
Hegseth faces impeachment despite Trump's 'two wars' claim. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth remains under impeachment threat as Republican Thomas Massie files eight articles accusing him of waging war against Iran without congressional approval. Originally reported by India Today.
Impeachment push intensifies
Republican Thomas Massie introduced eight articles of impeachment against US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
“They may try to get out of an actual vote on the substance of this. We should have a vote and a rigorous debate on these eight articles”
Trump's 'two wars' claim
US President Donald Trump defended Hegseth by claiming he 'won two wars' in Iran and Venezuela.
“Well, he won two wars. I don't know how you can impeach him”
Hegseth's defiant stance
Hegseth vowed to fight impeachment, comparing his situation to Trump's past impeachment efforts.
“It didn't work against President Trump, and it won't work with me”
House Speaker opposes impeachment
House Speaker Mike Johnson warned impeachment during military hostilities would send negative international signals.
“Impeachment in the middle of hostilities abroad would be a terrible thing for our allies and our enemies to see”
Rubio backs Hegseth
Secretary of State Marco Rubio described the impeachment effort as unfair and praised Hegseth's performance.
“I think Pete's done a good job. I really do”
Belknap precedent
Hegseth's situation parallels William Belknap who resigned before impeachment in 1876.
“Belknap, accused of accepting substantial kickbacks, resigned shortly before his scheduled impeachment vote”
Impeachment timeline
A House vote could occur as early as this week with potential Senate conviction unlikely due to two-thirds majority requirement.
“The Senate later acquitted him after failing to secure the required two-thirds majority”
What matters most
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth remains under impeachment threat as Republican Thomas Massie files eight articles accusing him of waging war against Iran without congressional approval.
