Nation columnist argues impeachment is the fitting remedy for Hegseth
Washington bureau chief of The Nation, writing analysis
“It’s hard to think of a case where impeachment would be a more appropriate remedy. After all, if murder doesn’t qualify as a “high crime and misdemeanor,” what does? And an impeachment inquiry, closely targeted on documenting criminal charges, would be an encouraging first step in holding Hegseth accountable for his conduct in an actually meaningful way.”
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Signed analysis column by The Nation’s Washington bureau chief, published the day Rep. Thanedar introduced H.Res. 935. It states the author’s own view, not an institutional position of the magazine.
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The column notes that Democratic lawmakers had largely balked at a motion to impeach Hegseth.
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He goes on to fault House Democratic leadership for treating impeachment as politically risky.
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Case context: Should Pete Hegseth be impeached?
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Relative to whether the House should impeach Hegseth, Lehmann endorses impeachment as the appropriate course in his own voice. The column states his position, not an institutional position of the magazine.
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“In supporting Trump’s constitutional violations and actively participating in, or even initiating, the actions noted above, Hegseth has failed to faithfully discharge the duties of his office. Further, Hegseth participated in multiple unauthorized, unsecured communications on Signal with individuals who are not government employees, jeopardizing national security and demonstrating a dangerous lack of judgment. He must be held accountable for his actions.”Read statement
MoveOn
“Hegseth has shown he cannot be trusted with the power of this office and this position. Impeachment and aggressive oversight are necessary steps to stop further abuses.”Read statement
Win Without War
“Hegseth is making people less safe — and it’s time for him to go.”Read statement