Impeaching Peter B. Hegseth, Secretary of Defense of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

This resolution proposes the impeachment of Peter B. Hegseth, the Secretary of Defense, for alleged high crimes and misdemeanors, asserting he has violated his constitutional oath and duties across six primary areas of misconduct. The first article charges Hegseth with initiating and escalating an unauthorized war against Iran without congressional declaration, thereby usurping legislative authority and recklessly endangering U.S. servicemembers. The second article alleges violations of the law of armed conflict , including authorizing actions resulting in civilian casualties and disregarding rules of engagement, potentially violating the Geneva Conventions. Further charges include gross negligence in handling sensitive military information , such as using unsecured communication systems, which compromised operational security. He is also accused of obstruction of congressional oversight by failing to provide timely information and withholding material facts regarding military operations and civilian casualties in various theaters. The resolution also outlines charges of abuse of power , including influencing military decisions for improper political purposes and targeting elected officials for political retribution. Finally, it asserts that Hegseth's cumulative conduct has brought disrepute upon the United States and its Armed Forces , specifically by denigrating women, LGBTQ+, and people of color servicemembers, and undermining military readiness and cohesion. The resolution concludes that such conduct warrants his impeachment, trial, and removal from office.