Tillis supports Hegseth impeachment resolution: 'He needs to go'

Senator Thom Tillis, a Republican who supported the confirmation of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, is again urging President Trump to remove the Pentagon chief following the resignation of Army Secretary Dan Driscoll. Tillis argues that Hegseth’s leadership has become untenable, calling for his removal through either impeachment or direct presidential action. The push comes amid growing concerns over the secretary’s tenure and the broader implications for national security. The senator’s renewed criticism highlights deepening divisions within the administration over defense leadership.

Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), who voted to confirm Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, is renewing his call for President Trump to fire the Pentagon chief after Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigned. “He needs to go, whether it’s impeachment or the most expedient route — just the president to replace him — would be great,” Tillis told...