**Pete Hegseth, serving as Defense Secretary, faces impeachment pressure tied to the U.S. military campaign in Iran that began in February 2026.** Republican Rep. Thomas Massie introduced articles of impeachment in mid-September citing alleged violations of the War Powers Resolution of 1973, unauthorized military actions, and related conduct; House leadership responded by adjourning early to sidestep a floor vote before the November midterms. Democrats, holding a polling edge ahead of the Nov. 3 elections, have signaled plans to prioritize investigations or removal proceedings if they regain House control, with some members already filing articles and viewing Hegseth as a lower-risk target than the president. Public surveys have shown majority support for impeachment, including limited Republican backing, while the war’s costs and duration remain central points of contention. Post-election resumption of the House could force action on the pending resolution, though Senate conviction would still require a two-thirds majority.