The head of the Pentagon may be fired after the election The US House of Representatives may consider impeaching Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as early as next week. Republicans criticize the head of the Pentagon for his role in starting the war with Iran and the lack of a clear strategy for exiting the conflict. In their view, the protracted conflict has increased economic problems and voter dissatisfaction. Congressman Thomas Massey intends to initiate the vote. Donald Trump continues to support Hesseth.