Here We Go Again, Democrat Launches Trump Impeachment Attempt

Just over two weeks after President Donald Trump’s return to the White House, Democratic Congressman Al Green has officially launched an impeachment campaign against him, setting the stage for another contentious battle in Congress. On Wednesday, Green, a representative from Texas, took to the House floor to announce his latest effort to remove Trump from office, declaring, “The movement to impeach the president has begun. I rise to announce that I will bring Articles of Impeachment against the president for dastardly deeds proposed and dastardly deeds done.”

Green’s impeachment push comes in response to President Trump’s recent proposal regarding the United States taking full ownership of the Gaza Strip. Under this controversial plan, the U.S. would assume control of the land, resettle nearly 2 million Palestinians, and develop the land for American use. The proposal has sparked global outrage, with critics accusing Trump of promoting ethnic cleansing and warning that the plan could violate international law, further destabilizing the region. Green condemned the proposal, stating, “To whom it may concern, ethnic cleansing in Gaza is not a joke, especially when it emanates from the president of the United States—the most powerful person in the world.”

This is not the first time Green has pushed for Trump’s removal. During Trump’s first term, Green introduced three separate impeachment efforts, but his campaigns were largely dismissed by party leadership, who were focused on legislative priorities rather than engaging in impeachment battles. Some Democrats even accused Green of running a “rogue campaign” against Trump, which Republicans quickly seized upon to frame impeachment efforts as partisan theatrics. Despite the internal resistance, Green’s persistence helped shape the broader conversation about Trump’s conduct in office, eventually contributing to the historic impeachments of Trump, making him the first president in U.S. history to be impeached twice.

Trump’s first impeachment came in December 2019 after an investigation revealed that he had pressured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to investigate Democratic candidate Joe Biden and his son, Hunter Biden, in exchange for military aid. The House voted to impeach Trump on charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress. However, in early 2020, the Republican-controlled Senate acquitted Trump, allowing him to remain in office.

Trump’s second impeachment followed the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot, when a mob of his supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol in an attempt to overturn the 2020 election results. The House moved quickly to charge Trump with “incitement of insurrection,” and impeachment proceedings took place at an unprecedented pace, with the House voting to impeach him just days before he left office. Though several Republicans criticized Trump’s actions, the Senate acquitted him once again, as the required two-thirds majority to convict him was not met.

Now, with Trump back in the White House for a second term, Green is once again leading the charge for impeachment, marking the first attempt to remove a sitting U.S. president so early in his term. This new push highlights the continued divide in Washington, with Democrats eager to hold Trump accountable for what they see as dangerous and unlawful policies, while Republicans dismiss impeachment efforts as politically motivated stunts.

Trump’s controversial Gaza plan is just the latest in a series of policy decisions that have drawn sharp criticism. Opponents argue that forcibly removing Palestinian residents and taking control of their land would amount to a severe violation of human rights and exacerbate tensions in the already volatile Middle East. The United Nations and several world leaders have condemned the proposal, warning that it could lead to sanctions against the U.S. and further instability in the region.

Green’s impeachment campaign is likely to face significant hurdles. The Republican-controlled House is unlikely to move forward with impeachment proceedings, and Green’s push may not gain much traction within the Democratic caucus. Some Democrats are concerned that pursuing impeachment could backfire politically, potentially energizing Trump’s supporters ahead of future elections. However, others believe it is a necessary step to hold the president accountable for his actions.

Analysts note that Green’s impeachment effort could pave the way for broader investigations into Trump’s policies and decision-making in his second term. Democrats are expected to scrutinize his actions, especially in areas like foreign policy, immigration, and executive orders that could have far-reaching consequences.

The impeachment process itself is a lengthy and complex one. If Green’s push gains enough support, the House Judiciary Committee would first need to conduct an investigation and draft articles of impeachment. If approved, the articles would be sent to the full House for a vote. If the House votes to impeach, the process moves to the Senate, where a trial would take place. Conviction requires a two-thirds majority in the Senate, making removal from office a challenging feat, particularly in such a polarized political environment.

At this stage, it is unclear whether Green’s impeachment effort will gain momentum within the Democratic Party. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and other top Democrats have not yet commented on their stance regarding Green’s campaign. However, progressive lawmakers and advocacy groups have shown support for holding Trump accountable, with some calling for swift action.

For Trump and his supporters, the impeachment push is another example of what they see as ongoing efforts by Democrats to undermine his presidency. The former president has repeatedly claimed that impeachment attempts against him are politically driven and designed to hinder his ability to implement his agenda.

As the debate over impeachment intensifies, Washington is likely to see growing tensions in the coming weeks. While Green’s impeachment effort may not lead to Trump’s immediate removal, it signals the beginning of another chapter in the ongoing political battle over Trump’s presidency. Whether this campaign gains traction or fades, it is clear that the fight over Trump’s future in office is far from over.