“Hegseth slams impeachment as House prepares historic vote”

Key points

• Defense secretary Pete Hegseth denounces impeachment as a farce at a Pentagon briefing.
• House readiness for a procedural impeachment vote targets Hegseth despite Trump support.
• Eight articles of impeachment were introduced by Rep. Massie, challenging Hegseth's actions.
• Senate conviction appears unlikely as Republicans maintain majority until January 3.
• Hegseth defends Iran war and hints it may be judged differently in history.