By — Associated Press Associated Press Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-rep-massie-introduces-articles-of-impeachment-against-hegseth-on-house-floor Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter WATCH: Rep. Massie introduces articles of impeachment against Hegseth on House floor Politics Sep 15, 2026 6:36 PM EDT Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., introduced a resolution Tuesday to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the Iran war. Watch Massie's remarks in the video player above. The renegade Republican lawmaker presented the longshot resolution against Hegseth on the floor of the House, potentially forcing a vote within days. WATCH: Blanche says Hegseth 'not doing anything wrong' after articles of impeachment introduced Massie said Hegseth abused his powers by deploying the U.S. military in the war against Iran without seeking congressional approval under the War Powers Act. He said these are "unlawful orders" and "high crimes and misdemeanors." While the House under control by Republicans is not expected to approve the resolution, it would put lawmakers on record over Hegseth's leadership and the now seven-month war. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now By — Associated Press Associated Press
Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., introduced a resolution Tuesday to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the Iran war. Watch Massie's remarks in the video player above. The renegade Republican lawmaker presented the longshot resolution against Hegseth on the floor of the House, potentially forcing a vote within days. WATCH: Blanche says Hegseth 'not doing anything wrong' after articles of impeachment introduced Massie said Hegseth abused his powers by deploying the U.S. military in the war against Iran without seeking congressional approval under the War Powers Act. He said these are "unlawful orders" and "high crimes and misdemeanors." While the House under control by Republicans is not expected to approve the resolution, it would put lawmakers on record over Hegseth's leadership and the now seven-month war. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now