Rep. Yassamin Ansari has announced plans to introduce articles of impeachment against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, accusing him of enabling an illegal war in Iran that threatens civilian infrastructure. This move comes as U.S. military actions in Iran escalate, with President Donald Trump intensifying strikes in the region.

Hegseth is labeled the ‘chief enabler’ of the ongoing conflict, which has already displaced over 1 million people. Ansari stated, “Hegseth’s reckless endangerment of U.S. servicemembers and repeated war crimes, including bombing a girls’ school in Minab, Iran, and willfully targeting civilian infrastructure, are grounds for impeachment and removal from office.”

The impeachment effort follows Trump’s ultimatum to Iran, demanding a deal regarding the Strait of Hormuz by 8 p.m. ET or face military consequences. With 90% of Iran’s oil handled at Kharg Island, the stakes are high.

Currently, Republicans control both chambers of Congress, with 219 members in the House and 53 in the Senate, making the impeachment of Hegseth unlikely. However, if a simple majority in the House approves the articles, the process would move to the Senate for a trial.

Hegseth’s favorability rating is reportedly the lowest among White House Cabinet members, reflecting growing discontent. His planned press conference was abruptly canceled as military actions in Iran intensified, raising concerns about the administration’s strategy.

Trump warned, “Choose wisely, because this president does not play around,” emphasizing the urgency of the situation. Observers are closely monitoring the developments, as the impeachment process could unfold rapidly amid the ongoing conflict.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding the specific timing of the impeachment articles, but the political landscape is shifting as the war in Iran continues, now 28 days in.