Republican Congressman Thomas Massie has filed articles of impeachment against U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, citing alleged misconduct. The move comes after a series of controversies surrounding Hegseth’s tenure, though the specific allegations have not been detailed in the brief filing.
Massie, who represents Kentucky’s 4th congressional district, is the first member of Congress to formally initiate impeachment proceedings against the defense secretary. The articles were submitted to the House Judiciary Committee on Monday, marking a rare use of the impeachment process against a cabinet member.
No immediate response has been issued by Hegseth or the Department of Defense, and the next steps will depend on the committee’s review and potential hearings. The House will decide whether to advance the case to a full vote in the coming weeks.
This development adds to the growing scrutiny of executive‑branch officials amid ongoing debates over defense policy and administration conduct.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
