Jeffries says not to expect Democrats to pursue Hegseth impeachment over boat strikes

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries indicated that Democrats will likely not pursue impeachment against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. This decision stems from the Republican control of Congress, rendering impeachment unlikely to succeed. Jeffries believes Republicans would obstruct any impeachment effort, especially under the influence of Donald Trump. The White House, via Karoline Leavitt, denies Hegseth ordered a second strike targeting a Venezuelan drug boat to eliminate survivors. The Washington Post reported Hegseth's directive was to "kill everybody," prompting the second strike. Jeffries disputes the White House's account, citing Hegseth's involvement and calling for his resignation. Jeffries considers Hegseth the most unqualified secretary of defense in history based on his supposed involvement. He emphasizes the importance of a thorough investigation by the House and Senate Armed Services committees as an alternative. His focus is on achieving a bipartisan probe to uncover the truth about the events.