Why the House let out early: a matter of debate as Johnson says chamber has 'done its work'

Rep. Thomas Massie stated that Speaker Mike Johnson sent the House home early to avoid a vote on eight privileged impeachment articles he filed against Pete Hegseth, the Secretary of Defense. Speaker Johnson said the House had "done its work" for the day when announcing the early adjournment. Massie's privileged articles would have forced a floor vote if considered under House rules.

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