The impeachment would be the first for a Pentagon chief in 150 years, requiring House approval and a Senate two-thirds vote for removal. The situation highlights tensions over wartime choices, Senate confirmations, and possible cabinet changes ahead of the new congressional session.
US war secretary faces impeachment motion over Iran war excesses and abuse of power
The US War Secretary is under threat of impeachment in the House after a motion citing war excesses in Iran and abuse of power was introduced. The President supports the Pentagon chief amid mounting political pressure following midterm elections. The impeachment would be the first for a Pentagon chief in 150 years, requiring House approval and a Senate two-thirds vote for removal. The situation highlights tensions over wartime choices, Senate confirmations, and possible cabinet changes ahead of the new congressional session.
