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House punts Hegseth impeachment vote
The gist
House Republicans left early, delaying a Hegseth impeachment vote until after November's midterms.
The punt spares vulnerable GOP members a tough vote before the elections.
How it unfolded
- Sep 15, 2026Rep. Thomas Massie files a privileged resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, setting up a vote no later than Thursday; he rolls out eight articles of impeachment without notifying GOP leadership.
- Sep 16, 2026House Republican leaders cancel Thursday's votes; lawmakers leave Washington on Wednesday night for the last time before the November midterms, punting the Hegseth impeachment vote until after Election Day.
- Nov 9, 2026The House is slated to return to Washington; the Senate remains in session for the next three weeks.