Bills · HRES 935
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 935Government Operations and Politics
Impeaching Peter B. Hegseth, Secretary of Defense of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.
INTRO DEC 9· LAST ACTION DEC 9
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it attempts to hold one of the highest-ranking officials in the U.S. government accountable for extremely serious alleged actions. If the accusations of ordering murder and violating the laws of war are true, it would represent a grave breach of public trust, national and international law, and fundamental principles of military conduct. Such actions could damage the reputation of the U.S. military, expose service members to legal risks, and undermine the rule of law both domestically and globally.
If this bill were to pass the House and lead to a conviction in the Senate, it would result in the removal of the Secretary of Defense, sending a strong message about the limits of executive power and accountability. If it doesn't pass, or if the Senate acquits, it would signify that the allegations were not proven or deemed sufficient for removal, but the public debate surrounding the charges would still have significant implications for how military operations are conducted and oversight is exercised.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The resolution formally accuses Peter B. Hegseth, Secretary of Defense, of 'high crimes and misdemeanors' and seeks his impeachment.
This initiates the constitutional process for removing a high-ranking official from office for alleged misconduct.
PROVISION 02
Article I alleges that Secretary Hegseth ordered the Armed Forces to conduct lethal strikes against boats, specifically directing the killing of shipwrecked survivors, which is described as murder and conspiracy to murder.
This charge asserts a severe violation of criminal law, the laws of war, and humanitarian principles by a top military leader.
PROVISION 03
Article II alleges that Secretary Hegseth unlawfully removed and intended to retain classified government documents at an unauthorized location.
This charge points to a breach of national security protocols and laws concerning sensitive government information.
PROVISION 04
If convicted by the Senate, the Secretary would be removed from office and disqualified from holding any future office of honor, trust, or profit under the United States.
This specifies the constitutional consequences of a successful impeachment and conviction, aiming to prevent future public service by the individual.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSDEC 9
Submitted in House
DEC 9
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 935
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedDec 9, 2025
Last actionDec 9, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED DEC 9, 2025
House Res.HRES 935Government Operations and Politics
Impeaching Peter B. Hegseth, Secretary of Defense of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.
INTRODUCED DEC 9, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 9, 2025
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READING
8 min
COSPONSORS
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