Pete Hegseth may lose his position. What is the impeachment procedure in the USA?

On November 9, Congressman Thomas Massie filed eight articles of impeachment against Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth, accusing him of abuse of power related to the Iran war. The impeachment process requires a majority vote in the House of Representatives and a two-thirds majority in the Senate for removal. The procedure begins with a vote in the House, where a simple majority is needed to advance the articles. Republicans, holding a slim majority in the House, may attempt to block the impeachment. If the House approves the articles, the Senate will then decide whether to conduct a trial. The likelihood of Hegseth's removal is considered low, especially given the Republican majority in the Senate. The political calendar is crucial, as Democrats will take control of Congress in January 2027, potentially ending Massie's initiative if not voted on before then.