Constitutional law – United States – impeachment and executive accountability

House Democrats have formally introduced six articles of impeachment against U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing him of “high crimes and misdemeanors” for his role in the U.S.-led military campaign against Iran without congressional authorization and other controversial actions. The resolution, filed on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, by Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari (D-Arizona) and supported by…