What Happened
Republicans Unite Behind Pentagon Chief Amid War Controversy
The House has blocked an effort to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, with Republicans largely standing behind the Pentagon chief despite controversy over his handling of the war in Iran and other military actions. The impeachment resolution, led by Rep. Thomas Massie and backed by Democrats, included eight counts focusing on Hegseth’s conduct and the war in Iran. Hegseth has defended his actions, portraying the impeachment effort as an attack on the nation’s service members and their successes. The vote may only delay an impeachment push, with Democrats set to take control of the House and Senate in January, as reported by Alabama Daily News.