# Democrats Missed Hegseth Impeachment Vote at EDW Event

> Democrats skipped impeachment vote after EDW fundraiser with defense lobbyists.
- Title: Democrats Missed Hegseth Impeachment Vote at EDW Event
- Summary: Democrats skipped impeachment vote after EDW fundraiser with defense lobbyists. Three Democrats missed impeachment vote for Pete Hegseth due to attending…
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- Source: Drop Site News — https://dropsitenews.com/p/democrats-miss-hegseth-impeachment-vote-elect-democratic-women-party
- Author: Ryan Grim
- Published: 2026-11-12T18:24:32.194+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: democrats, impeachment, pete hegseth, elect democratic women, defense lobbyists, congress, house whip, aipac, campaign finance, impeachment vote, news, politics
## Democrats Missed Hegseth Impeachment Vote
Three Democrats missed the impeachment vote for War Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday.
## EDW Fundraiser with Defense Lobbyists
Elect Democratic Women hosted a reception for over 100 defense lobbyists and industry representatives.
## Lobbyist Attendance
132 lobbyists attended including Lockheed Martin, AI firms, Big Pharma, and cryptocurrency companies.
## Key Attendees
Reps. Julia Brownley, Melanie Stansbury, and Brittany Pettersen missed the vote and attended the event.
## Excuses for Absence
Some Democrats cited traffic, personal emergencies, or being delayed by security blockades.
## EDW's Role in Campaign Finance
EDW Action received $2.35 million from AIPAC-linked Super PACs this year.
## Political Repercussions
Democratic base criticized EDW for prioritizing defense lobbyists over impeachment votes.
## House Whip's Statement
House Whip Katherine Clark called Republicans 'a disgrace' for blocking impeachment.
## Impeachment Vote Details
The vote failed 211-204 with three Democrats absent due to the event.
## Pettersen's Explanation
Brittany Pettersen claimed she was delayed by a blockade on Independence Avenue.
## EDW's Political Ties
EDW chair Rep. Lois Frankel previously supported candidates with AIPAC funding.
## Consequence
Democratic base demands leadership changes and an end to the Iran war.
## Key takeaway

Three Democrats missed impeachment vote for Pete Hegseth due to attending Elect Democratic Women event with defense lobbyists.