This House resolution impeaches Peter B. Hegseth, Secretary of Defense. It presents six articles of impeachment alleging: unauthorized military action against Iran and reckless endangerment of U.S. service members; violations of the law of armed conflict and targeting of civilians; negligence in handling sensitive or classified military information; obstruction of congressional oversight; abuse of power and politicization of the armed forces; and conduct that brings disrepute on the Department of Defense, including alleged discrimination and actions that hurt military readiness. The resolution states the articles "be exhibited to the Senate." It was introduced on April 15, 2026, and referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution lists multiple House members as sponsors.
The resolution is a formal accusation by the House against the Secretary of Defense. It directs that the articles be sent to the Senate. The House Committee on the Judiciary currently has the measure. No schedule, votes, or specific immediate changes to policy or operations are described in the text.
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Supporters say Mr. Hegseth engaged in actions that warrant impeachment, including: starting or escalating armed hostilities without congressional authorization; approving operations that caused civilian harm and violated the law of armed conflict; mishandling classified or sensitive military information via unsecured channels; withholding or obstructing information from Congress; using his office for political purposes and interfering in personnel matters; and acting in ways that damage military cohesion and U.S. standing.
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