Overview of Morning Wire, November 11, 2026
The Daily Wire’s Veterans Day episode covers a failed effort to advance an impeachment resolution against War Secretary Pete Hegseth, the House GOP’s choice of Jim Jordan as its next leader, and Texas Democrats’ proposed policies on electricity, immigration enforcement, and school choice. It also reports that James Gunn and Peter Safran are leaving DC Studios, with Marvel veteran Jeremy Latcham set to take over.
Hegseth Impeachment Effort and House Leadership
The House voted to send Rep. Thomas Massie’s impeachment resolution against Hegseth to committee, effectively shelving it before it could reach an impeachment vote. Massie was the only Republican to join Democrats in supporting the move. Some Republicans said they objected to how Massie introduced the resolution, even as they voiced concerns about Hegseth’s conduct.
The episode’s Washington correspondent said Democrats could revive an effort against Hegseth when they take control of the House, potentially broadening their scrutiny to include his military policies. House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries said Democrats would “run Pete Hegseth out of town.”
Republicans chose Jim Jordan over Steve Scalise to lead them in the next Congress. The correspondent described the choice as a sign that Republicans expect a combative period of divided government, while noting Jordan has experience both leading investigations and working as a legislator. The episode expected little legislative activity from the outgoing Republican majority.
Texas Democrats’ Proposed Agenda
Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa has proposed freezing residential electricity rates on her first day in office, using emergency powers. The episode said the plan could shift costs to large users such as data centers, but energy experts warned it might discourage investment in the state’s grid or contribute to shortages. The proposal could also face legal challenges over the governor’s authority and the role of the Public Utility Commission.
Other proposals discussed include:
- Limits on cooperation with ICE: Houston’s mayor signed an order restricting local police contact with ICE in certain encounters involving nonviolent undocumented immigrants. Similar policies are being drafted in Austin and San Antonio. The report noted that Governor Greg Abbott has previously threatened to withhold public safety grants from cities adopting sanctuary policies.
- Changes to school choice funding: A Democratic state senator introduced a bill to end state funding for private schooling and homeschooling for roughly 100,000 children. The episode said Hinojosa also appears inclined to scale back the state voucher program.
The correspondent said some voters who supported Democrats described their choice as a desire for change, rather than an endorsement of every campaign proposal. Republicans retain control of the Texas Senate, which may serve as a barrier to the agenda.
DC Studios Leadership Shake-Up
The episode reported that Skydance CEO David Ellison had informed James Gunn and Peter Safran they were leaving their roles as co-heads of DC Studios. The decision was described as having been in development since early fall and linked to concerns about the pace of announcements and the commercial performance of recent DC films.
Marvel veteran Jeremy Latcham was named as their replacement. The report highlighted his work on films including Iron Man, The Avengers, and Spider-Man: Homecoming, and described him as a Christian and conservative who wants to appeal to faith and family audiences. Gunn and Safran are expected to remain involved in some DC projects, including a planned Superman sequel.
Closing Notes
The hosts thanked veterans for their service and promoted the film Confession, which was opening in theaters that day. The episode also included advertisements for holiday products and services.