Pete Hegseth to hold news briefing as he faces possible impeachment – US politics live

Anti-Trump Republican Thomas Massie pursuing measures against defense secretary as Iran war blamed for party’s sweeping midterm lossesRepublican Thomas Massie moves to force vote to impeach HegsethSign up for the US Breaking News emailMajorities of Americans want the newly elected Democratic-majority US Congress to act to end the war with Iran and to repeal tariffs put in place by president Donald Trump, signalling demand for quick action to address ⁠the high cost of living, ⁠a new Reuters/Ipsos poll found.The ​four-day poll, completed on Monday, showed 71% of Americans – including 93% of Democrats and 51% of Republicans – want US Congress to pass legislation ending the conflict with Iran that Trump launched alongside US ally Israel in ⁠February. Continue reading...