Hegseth rejects impeachment threat as questions about his future grow

Politics · First reported 5 Nov, 11:33 · Updated 21:25

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Pete Hegseth said he would not back down after a House impeachment resolution was introduced, while reports described speculation about his position following Republican losses in the midterms. The resolution accuses him of conducting a war without congressional authorization; whether the Senate would hold a trial remains uncertain.

Hegseth posted a video message outside the Pentagon saying he would not back down.
The House is expected to consider an impeachment resolution introduced in September by Rep. Thomas Massie. It accuses Hegseth of conducting a war without congressional authorization.
The article says it is unclear whether the Republican-held Senate would hold a trial; it says a Democratic-controlled Senate next year likely would.
Hegseth’s spokesman said he intends to remain in his post through the Trump term, despite reports of speculation about his departure.
Hegseth also urged lawmakers to approve additional funding for the Department of War.

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Key facts

Resolution introduced: Rep. Thomas Massie introduced it in September.
Allegation: The resolution accuses Hegseth of conducting a war without congressional authorization.
Hegseth’s stated plan: His spokesman said Hegseth intends to remain in his post through Trump’s term.
Additional request: Hegseth called for additional Department of War funding.