Republicans in the House of Representatives blocked efforts to remove Hegseth

The Republican majority in the U.S. House of Representatives blocked an impeachment effort against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth related to the war with Iran. The proposal was sent to a committee controlled by Republicans, with a vote of 211 to 204. Hegseth defended his position, receiving praise from President Trump. The impeachment proposal, introduced by Congressman Thomas Massie, focuses on Hegseth's role in military operations in Iran, Venezuela, and Yemen. Massie was the only Republican to vote against the resolution alongside Democrats. Pressure on Hegseth has increased following the Republican Party's losses in recent elections, with the unpopular war in Iran seen as a contributing factor. Even if the House votes for impeachment, removal from office is unlikely without two-thirds Senate support.