House begins voting on Hegseth impeachment measure
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The US House of Representatives voted 211-204 on Tuesday to refer an impeachment resolution against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to a committee, effectively halting the effort. Republican Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky introduced the eight articles of impeachment, citing alleged unauthorized military actions and the suppression of free speech. The procedural vote ensures the committee will not have sufficient time to act before a new congressional majority takes office in January. President Donald Trump praised the outcome, labeling the impeachment attempt a failure and declaring the move an exoneration of Hegseth. The vote occurred during a week marked by political fallout from the midterm elections following the Iran war.
Why it matters
The vote solidifies Hegseth's position within the administration by effectively killing the impeachment effort before the next Congress convenes. It also highlights deep divisions within the Republican Party, as Massie was the only member of his party to vote against the measure.
Read the original report — CNBC
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