# Jeffries backs impeachment of Hegseth: what happens next

- By: Newsline Post Newsroom
- 2026-11-08T22:18:16.000Z

## Excerpt

Hakeem Jeffries, the Democratic leader in the House of Representatives, backs impeaching Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, whom he blames for the war with Iran. Republican Thomas Massie could introduce the resolution on Monday, November 9, and House Democrats will discuss it on Tuesday, November 10. Removing Hegseth would require two-thirds of the senators present.

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