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ABD Savunma Bakanı Hegseth azil tartışmalarının ardından konuştu: 'Bu bir sabotaj'

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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth dismissed the impeachment attempt initiated by Congressman Thomas Massie, labeling the effort as 'sabotage.' Hegseth defended his military actions, asserting they were legal and necessary for American security, while also praising recent US foreign policy successes, such as the capture of Nicolas Maduro.

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  • Hegseth characterized the impeachment proceedings as 'sabotage' and 'nonsense' during his first press conference following the controversy.
  • Congressman Thomas Massie initiated the impeachment, accusing Hegseth of violating the Constitution by not obtaining Congressional approval for military operations.
  • Hegseth defended his military actions, stating that each operation was a lawful measure essential for the safety and security of the United States.
  • The Secretary of Defense supported military intervention in Iran, asserting it was the correct course of action for American security.
  • Hegseth praised the US operation that led to the delivery of former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro to the United States.
  • The impeachment vote is scheduled for November 11th, though Republicans currently maintain a majority in Congress.

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