Rep. French Hill on Immigration Reform, Stephen Miller, and Hegseth Impeachment Prospects

Voters in Arkansas handed Republican French Hill a victory by finishing just over 4,000 votes ahead of his Democratic rival, following a complicated and tough election cycle.

Appearing on Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan on November 8, 2026, Hill told Margaret Brennan that persistent inflation remains the primary burden for American families. Despite the rate dropping from 9% to 3%, he argued that the cumulative 20% price increases experienced during the Biden administration continue to eat away at recent wage gains.

GOP Rep. French Hill on Stephen Miller promotion and possible Pete Hegseth impeachment

Stephen Miller Replaces Susie Wiles as White House Chief

The conversation quickly turned to the changing dynamics within the White House, specifically President Trump’s decision to promote Stephen Miller to be the chief following Susie Wiles’ departure. While some Republican lawmakers have publicly questioned Miller’s antagonistic approach, Hill emphasized that the incoming chief will serve as the point person for the president in discussing policy matters with the 120th Congress.

On the contentious issue of immigration, Hill struck a forward-looking tone. He noted that he previously voted twice in 2018 for immigration reform to address asylum procedures, temporary protective services, and the legal status of children raised in families with legal green card holders.

Open: This is "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 8, 2026

Hill expressed his belief that focusing on securing the border and reforming the immigration system would answer the questions about the deportation issue.

Hill argued that securing the border opens the door to broader systemic reforms on a bipartisan basis.

Republican Rep. French Hill on whether Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth should be impeached #shorts

Thomas Massie Leads Impeachment Effort Against Pete Hegseth

The interview also addressed mounting friction in the House over executive appointments. Republican Thomas Massie is spearheading an effort to impeach Pete Hegseth, the Secretary of War, amid high-level questions from frustrated voters and lawmakers.

Hill stopped short of backing the impeachment push, drawing a sharp line between policy dissatisfaction and impeachable offenses. He noted that while the commander-in-chief bears responsibility for military strategy—including longstanding U.S. goals regarding Iran’s nuclear program—poor execution of an executive mission is a matter for the president to handle.

Rep. French Hill weighs in on Hegseth impeachment

Hill stated that if someone does not think Hegseth has done a good job conducting his job, that does not mean per se that he has committed an impeachable offense.

As the new Congress approaches, House Republicans also face a choice between Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan for Republican leader. With roughly 60 to 65 members of the 170 majority serving two years or less, Hill stressed the importance of holding a family meeting to determine the path forward for the conference.