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Rep. Massie (R-KY) Pushes Sec. Hegseth Impeachment as Congress Faces Leadership Shakeups

Rep. Massie (R-KY) Pushes Sec. Hegseth Impeachment as Congress Faces Leadership ShakeupsNieuw1 u 01 min

Congress returns to Washington following the 2026 midterm elections, with Kentucky Republican Thomas Massie renewing his push to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over his handling of the Iran war. We hear from Massie, Hegseth, and lawmakers on both sides of the aisle. Meanwhile, House Republicans prepare for a leadership shakeup as Speaker Mike Johnson steps down, with Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan emerging as potential successors. And Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer faces questions about his future as several current and incoming senators signal they're open to new leadership.

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