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U.S. Republicans derail bid to impeach Hegseth

The Hindu Nov 11, 2026 at 07:00 AM IST World
U.S. Republicans derail bid to impeach Hegseth

AI summary

The House voted 211‑204 to refer the impeachment resolution against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to the Judiciary Committee, halting the immediate effort. The vote, driven by Republicans, came after Democrats' midterm losses and leaves the GOP with a narrow majority until January.

Key takeaways

  • Republicans sent the impeachment resolution to committee, preventing a full House vote this week.
  • The resolution was introduced by Rep. Thomas Massie, the only GOP member opposing the procedural move.
  • Democrats missed the vote, and will regain control of Congress in January, potentially reviving impeachment.
  • Defense Secretary Hegseth called the impeachment effort a farce and said he would repeat the operations.
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