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MayReasonRule

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Mon Apr 28, 2025, 03:03 PM Apr 28

Congressman Shri Thanedar Introduces Articles of Impeachment Against President Donald J. Trump for High Crimes and Misde [View all]

Source: Congressman's Shri Thanedar Website

Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Shri Thanedar (MI-13) introduced articles of impeachment against Donald J. Trump, President of the United States, citing a sweeping abuse of power, flagrant violations of the Constitution, and acts of tyranny that undermine American democracy and threaten the rule of law.

"Donald Trump has repeatedly demonstrated that he is unfit to serve as President and represents a clear and present danger to our nation’s constitution and our democracy," said Rep. Thanedar. "His unlawful actions have subverted the justice system, violated the separation of powers, and placed personal power and self-interest above public service. We cannot wait for more damage to be done. Congress must act."

The resolution includes seven articles of impeachment outlining a range of constitutional violations:

1. Obstruction of Justice and Abuse of Executive Power: Including denial of due process, unlawful deportations, defiance of court orders, and misuse of the Department of Justice.
2. Usurpation of Appropriations Power: For dismantling congressionally established agencies and impounding federal funds.
3. Abuse of Trade Powers and International Aggression: Including imposing economically damaging tariffs and threatening military invasion against sovereign nations.
4. Violation of First Amendment Rights: Through retaliatory actions against critics, media, and attorneys exercising constitutionally protected speech.
5. Creation of an Unlawful Office: By establishing the Department of Government Efficiency (“DOGE”) and unlawfully empowering Elon Musk to unilaterally violate the Constitution.
6. Bribery and Corruption: Involving dismissing criminal cases, soliciting foreign emoluments, and extortionate settlements for personal and political gain.
7. Tyrannical Overreach: Seeking to consolidate unchecked power, erode civil liberties, and defy constitutional limits on presidential authority.


Read more: https://thanedar.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-shri-thanedar-introduces-articles-of-impeachment-against-president-donald-j-trump-for-high-crimes-and-misdemeanors

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Good! JBTaurus83 Apr 28 #1
Where is Al Green's article of impeachment he said he was going to bring a couple of weeks ago? Hotler Apr 28 #2
He brought them... regnaD kciN Apr 28 #6
Okay, I never saw it in the news cycle. I know we don't have the votes but, you keep swing until a punch connects. Hotler Apr 28 #8
Any luck at all, they will be re introduced bluestarone Apr 28 #21
And Anytime They Are Knocked Down - IKeep Re-introducing Them And Keep Them... global1 Apr 28 #27
I think a member should them over and over and over. ananda Apr 28 #23
Perhaps, throw in the articles of ineptitude? Magoo48 Apr 29 #33
Good for the congressman, but... Glorfindel Apr 28 #3
Time Will Tell... There Are A Number Of GOP Senators And Representatives That Depsise The MAGA Branding MayReasonRule Apr 28 #5
Yes!!!!! SupportSanity Apr 28 #13
Happy Monday Y'all!!! --- Praise Bob And Pass The Cabernet!!! MayReasonRule Apr 28 #18
I agree, it's pointless unless there's a decent chance of conviction groundloop Apr 28 #14
How about us using DownriverDem Apr 29 #38
I won't hold my breath but it's a great thing that there are still brave people around. Dave Bowman Apr 28 #4
If one repuglikan signs on, I'll do a happy dance...... lastlib Apr 28 #7
It's gonna be a secret conspiracy of enough people DENVERPOPS Apr 28 #28
Finally. FoggyLake Apr 28 #9
It is needed RockCreek Apr 28 #10
Overdue Iamscrewed Apr 28 #11
There are 213 Democratic House members.. Escape Apr 28 #12
yes... markie Apr 28 #15
Glad somebody is doing something IronLionZion Apr 28 #16
He will be facing a tough primary MichMan Apr 28 #22
We need to signal strong support for this. pandr32 Apr 28 #17
Democrats fight, FIGHT, FIGHT!!!!! cadoman Apr 28 #19
I can only see it die before, or in the Senate sakabatou Apr 28 #20
A helluva great, compelling list. It should get read into the Congressional Record. ancianita Apr 28 #24
Most likely fail bc of Johnson. Keep doing it. Just about anything that annoys drumphf I approve... electric_blue68 Apr 28 #25
It is about time. kacekwl Apr 28 #26
hasn't he also broken The Emoluments Clause mdbl Apr 28 #29
let me know when some republicans sign on. quakerboy Apr 28 #30
Why is he not in prison? j.preston Apr 28 #31
yes, yes and yes et tu Apr 28 #32
It is their job to do this. It is the right thing to do even if you have to do it every day. travelingthrulife Apr 29 #34
Whether or not this goes anywhere at this point, it draws attention to the many crimes of the administration, Martin68 Apr 29 #35
K & R! FakeNoose Apr 29 #36
If the republicans don't start fighting now, Linda ladeewolf Apr 29 #37
"Tell Congress to Impeach Trump" red dog 1 May 5 #39
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