The thorny politics of impeaching Pete Hegseth | CNN Politics
Congress is already set for its first big legislative clash after Democrats’ historic win in last week’s elections: the potential impeachment of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
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US top Democrat backs impeachment of Pete Hegseth
US top Democrat Hakeem Jefferies says it’s a ‘hard yes’ on supporting efforts to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, in a vote that could be called this week. Jeffries is poised to becom…
Analysis: Trump team interprets midterms debacle as a cue to go harder, further, faster | CNN Politics
The Trump administration is heading into this week’s impeachment showdown over Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth— the first major test of the president’s power after his election debacle — with…
Jeffries backs Hegseth impeachment as Democrats vow probes of Trump allies
Democratic lawmakers are mapping out their post-midterm agenda with pledges to lead committee investigations into Trump.
Top Democrat Hakeem Jeffries 'a hard yes' on impeaching Pete Hegseth
But the Pentagon said the defence secretary would not be deterred by "phony investigations".
Hakeem Jeffries supports impeachment of Pete Hegseth: ‘He has got to go’
House Democrat is a ‘hard yes’ on impeachment resolution against defense secretary who ‘has abused his power’
Trump tells ‘60 Minutes’ he has confidence in Hegseth | CNN Politics
During an interview with 60 Minutes on CBS, President Donald Trump told Ross Douthat he expects to fire people as a result of Republicans’ sweeping midterm losses, while expressing confidenc…
'He's got to go': Hakeem Jeffries calls for Hegseth's removal but stops short of impeachment
Speaking with Morning Edition, Hakeem Jeffries discussed ending the Iran war, holding Trump accountable and calls for new Democratic leadership, but offered few specifics on how Democrats wo…
Analysis: Hegseth’s ‘fight, fight, fight’ video pours fuel on impeachment flames | CNN Politics
In seeking to fend off impeachment, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth may have strengthened his critics’ case for it.
Sen. Bill Cassidy on Hegseth and Iran War | CNN Politics
Outgoing GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) tells CNN’s Kaitlan Collins that he will weigh the facts when it comes to a potential impeachment of Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
White House denies Hegseth, Rubio will leave jobs amid Republican election fallout
The Trump administration has downplayed reports the pair could be on their way out after heavy Republicans election losses.
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Hegseth posts defiant video | CNN Politics
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth posted a defiant video on social media Thursday amid news that he is facing possible impeachment by Congress, comparing his situation to President Donald Tr…
Will President Trump fire Secretary Hegseth? | CNN Politics
CNN’s Jake Tapper breaks down growing Republican anger over Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his role in the war with Iran after voters’ rejection of Republicans in the midterm elections.…
‘Knives out’: Will Congress impeach Pete Hegseth after GOP midterms loss?
Democrats can adopt the impeachment articles in the House but will need Republican backing in the Senate.