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Massie moves to impeach Pete Hegseth over Iran War - Axios

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Representative Thomas Massie has introduced a resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, citing concerns over potential military escalation with Iran. Massie argues that Hegseth’s support for military action without prior congressional approval bypasses the constitutional requirement for a formal declaration of war. The move highlights an intensifying debate within the government over executive war powers and the legislative branch's role in foreign intervention.

Massie moves to impeach Pete Hegseth over Iran War  Axios

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