Evangelist Franklin Graham has publicly come to the defense of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, condemning fellow Republicans for targeting the Pentagon leader in an escalating intra-party feud. In a fiery statement, Graham accused GOP critics of undermining Hegseth for his efforts to roll back Biden-era military policies.
‘Republicans Eat Each Other’
“Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is under attack — and it’s by Republicans! For the life of me, I don’t know why Republicans eat each other,” Graham wrote, expressing frustration over the political infighting. The prominent Christian leader suggested the impeachment push stems from Hegseth’s opposition to “anti-God, woke, and DEI initiatives” previously implemented in the military.
Graham praised Hegseth’s tenure, stating: “Since Secretary Hegseth has been at the Pentagon, he’s been cleaning house — and millions of Americans are grateful.” He called for prayers to strengthen Hegseth during what he described as “this difficult hour.”
Impeachment Showdown
The defense comes as Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) reignited his impeachment effort against Hegseth, filing eight articles of impeachment on Monday. The charges include alleged violations of the War Powers Resolution, suppression of free speech, extrajudicial killings, and the controversial extraction of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.
Hegseth dismissed the effort as a “political spectacle” driven by personal grievances, referring to Massie as a “disgruntled and defeated congressman.” The war secretary specifically denied allegations that he retaliated against Senator Mark Kelly for what the Pentagon deemed “seditious” comments encouraging military disobedience.
Trump Weighs In
Former President Donald Trump joined Graham in defending Hegseth, awarding his performance an “‘A’ PLUS, PLUS, PLUS” in a statement that similarly disparaged Massie as a “TOTAL LOSER.” The show of support from prominent conservative figures highlights deepening divisions within the Republican Party over military leadership and interventionist policies.
Under House rules, Republican leadership must bring Massie’s privileged resolution to a floor vote within two legislative days, setting up a potential public reckoning over Hegseth’s controversial tenure. The outcome could test the party’s unity as it prepares for upcoming elections.
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