Fired Admiral Backs Defense Secretary Impeachment in House
Published 12h ago · Latest report 8h ago · Political dispute
Affects United States
Earlier on this storyUS Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Faces Impeachment Vote in Congress1w agoAn incoming congresswoman fired by the defense secretary now backs his impeachment.
Incoming lawmaker Nancy Lacore is backing the impeachment push against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Lacore, a retired three-star Navy admiral dismissed by Hegseth last year, won a congressional seat in South Carolina. Her support adds momentum to the congressional effort seeking the Pentagon chief's removal.
- The backgroundNancy Lacore served as chief of the Navy reserve until her dismissal by the defense secretary last year.
- The political shiftShe secured victory in South Carolina's 1st Congressional District and takes office in January.
Why it matters
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces growing congressional scrutiny and impeachment pressure following midterm election shifts, drawing opposition from both veteran lawmakers and newly elected officials.
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What outlets agree on
Newly elected representative and former Navy admiral Nancy Lacore supports the congressional push to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, following her dismissal by him last year.
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- The HillAdmiral fired by Hegseth now backs his impeachment as incoming House member8h ago · open ↗
- The New York TimesFired by Hegseth, New Member of Congress Supports His Ouster12h ago · open ↗
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