Hegseth faces growing pressure after Republicans’ midterm losses

Politics · First reported 4 Nov, 21:41 · Updated 19:43

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Pete Hegseth faces criticism from Republicans and calls for investigations or impeachment as accounts link the party’s midterm losses to voter anger over the Iran war. Donald Trump continues to back Hegseth, while Democrats plan oversight after taking control of Congress.

Reports say Republican criticism of Hegseth has grown after the party’s midterm losses, which they link to voter frustration with the Iran war.
Trump defended Hegseth and said he was doing a very good job; JD Vance questioned whether the war was worth its cost.
Thomas Massie is seeking a House impeachment vote, while Democrats say they will investigate Hegseth’s handling of the war and other matters.
Republican Senator Thom Tillis said Hegseth’s relationships with lawmakers were affecting efforts to advance a $1.5 trillion defense spending package.
The reports also describe scrutiny of Hegseth over military leadership changes, the Ukraine policy and strikes on suspected drug-trafficking boats.

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Trump’s position: Trump said Hegseth was doing a very good job and denied plans to fire him.
Impeachment effort: Thomas Massie said he planned to seek a House vote on impeaching Hegseth.
Massie’s condition: The Hindustan Times report says Massie would not reintroduce the impeachment effort if Hegseth resigned.
Defense spending: Thom Tillis said strained relations with lawmakers were undermining a $1.5 trillion defense spending package.
Planned oversight: Democrats said they would investigate Hegseth, including his handling of the Iran war.