Democrats' midterm victories set up defense budget fight and Hegseth impeachment vote

Breaking Defense's Valerie Insinna examines how Democrats' sweeping midterm victories changed control of both chambers and prompted multiple veteran defense lawmakers to depart, reshaping Congress's approach to Pentagon oversight and funding. The lame-duck session faces major decisions on defense funding and a potential reconciliation package. Renewed efforts to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth could force House Republicans into a politically difficult vote.