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Hegseth decries impeachment effort as "political spectacle" as Massie says vote expected later today
CBS News • • nation
Key Points:
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth condemned GOP Rep. Thomas Massie's impeachment effort against him as a "farce" and "political spectacle," attributing it to Massie's personal animus toward President Trump and the administration's policies.
- The House is expected to vote on the impeachment resolution, likely tabling it, with Massie's effort seen as partisan and lacking strong support, even among Republicans.
- Hegseth compared his impeachment attempt to Trump's two impeachments, emphasizing his loyalty to Trump and highlighting military actions taken under the administration, including operations against Iran.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson and other Republicans criticized the impeachment push as ill-timed and lacking due process, while some Republicans remain undecided or open to debate on the issue.
- President Trump publicly supported Hegseth and disparaged Massie, reinforcing backing for the defense secretary amid the impeachment attempt.
