Are Pentagon Chief Pete Hegseth's days numbered? The impeachment motion is gaining momentum

The Washington Post emphasized that the initiative to remove Hegseth from office is led by the outgoing Republican member of the House of Representatives, Thomas Massie. He announced he would submit a resolution calling for a vote on impeachment. Asked about the case on ABC's "This Week," Jeffries replied: "I'm definitely in favor of it."

What are the allegations against Hegseth?

The leader of the Democratic minority in the lower house of Congress accused Hegseth of abusing his power, undermining national security and waging a "reckless and costly war of choice in Iran."

Pete Hegseth must go, he declared.

This statement came as Democrats prepare to take control of both houses of Congress in January.

Pentagon responds to allegations

Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell disagrees with the allegations. A Department of War (Defense) official said Hegseth "will not back down or be intimidated by politicians" who try to score political points or launch "sham investigations." He added that the ministry acted in accordance with the law, and its head would continue to support the constitution, command the armed forces and protect the USA.

In a video released Thursday, Hegseth called outgoing Rep. Thomas Massie a "disgruntled, defeated congressman" and called the impeachment motion itself a "farce."

Eight counts of indictment

The Washington Post emphasizes that Hegseth is controversial not only among Democrats, but also among some Republicans. The criticism concerns, among others: the way the war with Iran was waged, the removal of many high-ranking military commanders from their positions, the liquidation of diversity programs in the Ministry of Defense and the ultimately abandoned idea of ​​broadcasting live the execution of the perpetrator of the Fort Hood shooting.

Massie accused Hegseth of abuse of power, setting out an eight-count indictment. These included waging war on Iran without congressional approval, violating the 1973 War Powers Resolution Act, ignoring laws limiting civilian casualties, unlawful detention of then-Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, and illegal airstrikes in Yemen.

The proposal has "privileged" status, which means it could be put to a vote by the full House later this week. However, its adoption would require the support of some of the Republicans currently in control of the House. It is not known whether enough votes will be collected.

Republican French Hill acknowledged Sunday that he is dissatisfied with Hegseth's handling of matters related to the war with Iran, but did not support the impeachment motion. He said on "Face the Nation" that he wanted to listen to the debate first and assess whether the situation warranted impeachment, other disciplinary action or presidential intervention.