Impeaching Peter B. Hegseth, Secretary of Defense of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.
Bill Summary
Impeaches Peter B. Hegseth, the Secretary of Defense, for high crimes and misdemeanors, which means formally charging him with serious offenses. This is the first step in a process that could potentially remove him from office.
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Bill Journey
- Apr 15, 2026
- Apr 15, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects Secretary of Defense Peter B. Hegseth, who could be removed from his position if the impeachment process is successful. It also affects the Department of Defense and the administration, as it could lead to a change in leadership and potentially impact defense policies.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic16
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Cosponsors (16)
- Sarah McBrideDemocrat · DE
- Lauren UnderwoodDemocrat · IL
- Al GreenDemocrat · TX
- Steve CohenDemocrat · TN
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- Jasmine CrockettDemocrat · TX
- Nikema WilliamsDemocrat · GA
- Dina TitusDemocrat · NV
- Dave MinDemocrat · CA
- Shri ThanedarDemocrat · MI
- Brittany PettersenDemocrat · CO
- Melanie A. StansburyDemocrat · NM
- Mike QuigleyDemocrat · IL
- John B. LarsonDemocrat · CT
- Jared HuffmanDemocrat · CA
- Valerie P. FousheeDemocrat · NC
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