Speaker Johnson Adjourns House Early, Preventing Vote on Massie's Impeachment Resolution

Speaker Mike Johnson has recessed the House early, allowing lawmakers to return home to campaign for the midterm elections. Johnson described this Congress as the most productive in decades, but faced criticism from GOP Representative Thomas Massie, who expressed frustration over unfinished business, including his resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and a bipartisan effort to release more files related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Massie criticized Johnson's decision to adjourn, stating, "We're calling off Congress? And we're in the majority?" He emphasized the need for justice for Epstein survivors and to address the war in Iran. Massie's speech lasted an hour and included sharp critiques of Johnson and the Republican majority for not addressing issues affecting Americans. Despite the challenges, Johnson has managed to pass significant legislation, including a tax and social service package signed by former President Trump. Johnson dismissed Massie's impeachment effort as a "stunt" and defended Hegseth's performance at the Department of War. He claimed that this Congress has been among the most successful in history, asserting that voters will remember this when they vote in November. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticized the Republican majority, stating they have failed to deliver on promises to lower grocery prices and end wars. Massie, who has been vocal about his opposition to the current leadership, also criticized Hegseth for actions he deemed inappropriate and called for accountability. He stated, "I'm not playing this game. I am going to tell people what is going on up here."