A potential impeachment push against the Defense Secretary has created a political tightrope for Republican leaders as they weigh the risks of a high-profile vote before the midterms. With the secretary overseeing an increasingly unpopular conflict in Iran, the GOP faces pressure to distance itself from the issue without triggering backlash. The situation could shift dramatically in the lame-duck session if Democrats gain leverage, forcing Republicans into a difficult position. The timing of any move raises stakes for lawmakers already navigating tight races ahead of November.
The impeachment effort against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth posed a dilemma for Republican leaders ahead of the midterms. In the lame duck, it could be Democrats in the bind. Hegseth is leading an unpopular war in Iran, and GOP leaders were eager to avoid an impeachment vote this month, which would have put some vulnerable...
