Democrats Split on New Bid to Oust Hegseth After GOP Blocks 1 Effort
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Updated · POLITICO · Nov 12
Democrats Split on New Bid to Oust Hegseth After GOP Blocks 1 Effort
3 articles · Updated · POLITICO · Nov 12
Summary
Days after Republicans beat back an effort to remove Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Democrats are divided over whether to force another quick showdown.
Key leaders in the incoming House majority want committees to keep investigating first, arguing a January impeachment fight could produce a weak case and distract from other priorities.
Adam Smith, the likely next House Armed Services Committee chair, said Democrats need to decide the “most intelligent way” forward rather than move hastily.
The dispute highlights a broader challenge for the next Congress: balancing promises to hold Hegseth accountable against cost-of-living legislation and wider investigations into the administration.