HRES 666
Impeaching Lloyd James Austin III, Secretary of Defense, for high crimes and misdemeanors.
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This resolution seeks to impeach Lloyd James Austin III, the Secretary of Defense, for high crimes and misdemeanors related to the 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan. The resolution alleges that Secretary Austin neglected his constitutional duties by abandoning American citizens and servicemembers, failing to adequately prepare for the withdrawal, and making strategic decisions that led to significant casualties and security risks. It argues his actions demonstrated a dereliction of duty and a disregard for national security.
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Bill Posey
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