Democrats file articles of impeachment against Pete Hegseth for ‘high crimes and misdemeanors’

Accusations refer to attack on Iran without congressional authorization and strikes on alleged drug smuggling boats

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks during a Cabinet meeting at the White House, Thursday, March 26, 2026, in Washington. Picture: AP Photo/Alex Brandon

House Democrats filed six articles of impeachment against Pete Hegseth on Wednesday, accusing the defence secretary of “high crimes and misdemeanours”, in reference to the attack on Iran without congressional authorisation and deadly strikes on suspected drug smuggling boats, among other official acts.

The move comes as the Trump administration faces mounting scrutiny over recent foreign action, particularly the war with Iran.