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The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Massie saying Johnson is sending the House home early to prevent Hegseth impeachment
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Thomas Massie, a Republican representative from Kentucky, stated that House Speaker Mike Johnson's decision to adjourn the chamber early prevented an impeachment vote against Pete Hegseth, Trump's defense secretary nominee. Massie did not provide additional details about the timing or specific procedural steps involved in the adjournment.
