Rep. French Hill (R-AR) declined to rule out supporting impeachment proceedings against Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, saying Sunday that he wants to hear the debate as Republican Rep. Thomas Massie pushes for Hegseth's removal.

During an interview with CBS News' Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation, Hill was asked whether he would support impeaching Hegseth. The Arkansas Republican responded, "I want to hear the debate on it," leaving open the possibility that he could vote in favor of the effort.

Hill also expressed dissatisfaction with the administration's handling of the war with Iran. Asked whether he was satisfied with how the conflict had been conducted, he answered, "No," while arguing that President Donald Trump must take responsibility for the overall strategy.

The congressman cautioned, however, that disagreement with Hegseth's performance does not automatically establish grounds for impeachment. "If you don't think he's done a good job conducting his job, that doesn't mean he's committed an impeachable offense," Hill said.

He added that if Hegseth is not carrying out his responsibilities properly, Trump should consider replacing him. "If he's not conducting his mission in the right way, then the president ought to make a change there," Hill said.

Massie, a Republican from Kentucky, is preparing to force a House vote on eight articles of impeachment against Hegseth, potentially as early as this week. The resolution accuses the secretary of misconduct involving the war in Iran, military operations in other countries and alleged violations of constitutional and legal restrictions on the use of military force. Massie has said he will continue pursuing the effort unless Hegseth resigns.

The impeachment push has gained renewed attention following Republican losses in the November 3 midterm elections, which handed Democrats control of both chambers of Congress. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries has also said he plans to discuss the impeachment effort with his caucus, although he has not committed to supporting the resolution.

Trump has publicly defended Hegseth, saying Thursday that he has "every intention" of keeping him in the administration. The president acknowledged receiving complaints about the secretary but maintained that he has performed well.

Even if the House approves impeachment, Hegseth would not automatically be removed from office. The Senate would have to conduct a trial and secure a two-thirds vote to convict and remove him