Washington: Rep. Yassamin Ansari introduced articles of impeachment Wednesday against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing him of violating his oath of office and his duty to the Constitution. Ansari alleged that Hegseth violated his oath, endangered US troops, and authorized unlawful military actions, including strikes she said targeted civilians.

According to Anadolu Agency, Ansari accused Hegseth of breaking his oath to the Constitution, putting U.S. troops at grave risk through the unauthorized disclosure of classified information, engaging in abuse of office, and conducting actions beneath the dignity of his office. She further claimed that he carried out unlawful military actions despite his obligation to refuse, including strikes on civilians and a girls' school in Minab, Iran. Ansari stated, "Hegseth's conduct meets the threshold of high crimes and misdemeanors and warrants immediate removal by Congress."

The resolution outlines six articles of impeachment, including launching an unauthorized war against Iran, violating the law of armed conflict, mishandling sensitive military information, obstructing congressional oversight, abusing power, and bringing disrepute upon the US and its armed forces. The measure is supported by a group of House Democrats, including Sarah McBride, Lauren Underwood, Al Green, Steve Cohen, Jasmine Crockett, Nikema Williams, Dina Titus, Dave Min, Shri Thanedar, Melanie Stansbury, Mike Quigley, and Brittany Pettersen.