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Originally published by Capital Newstop
April 16, 2026
10h ago
U.S. House Democrats launch impeachment against Defense Secretary Hegseth

The resolution mentioned Hegseth's illegal "double tap" strikes in the southern Caribbean, as well as his "unlawful" statement that the United States shall give "no quarter, no mercy for our enemies." - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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U.S. House Democrats have filed articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing him of "high crimes and misdemeanors" related to the war with Iran and other military actions.
- Accusations include unauthorized war against Iran, reckless endangerment of U.S. service members, and violations of conflict laws, citing the bombing of a girls' school in Minab which killed 168 people, including about 110 children.
- Key figures involved are Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Democratic Representative Yassamin Ansari.
- Other charges include illegal "double tap" strikes and "gross negligence" in handling sensitive military information via unsecured apps.
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