Republican Rep. Thomas Massie files articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing him of violating the War Powers Resolution and acting without congressional approval regarding U.S. hostilities against Iran. Multiple outlets report that Massie introduces eight articles and seeks to force a House vote.
The context is an ongoing dispute over whether the Pentagon’s actions in or around Iran have congressional authorization. NPR, The Hill, Newsweek, and Reuters report that Massie frames the conduct as illegal war powers activity and presents the measure on the House floor. Other coverage also emphasizes Massie’s broader criticism of President Trump and highlights the political stakes as lawmakers may be preparing to leave Washington ahead of the next midterm elections.
