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MayReasonRule

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

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 2025 #1
Where is Al Green's article of impeachment he said he was going to bring a couple of weeks ago? Hotler Apr 2025 #2
He brought them... regnaD kciN Apr 2025 #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 2025 #8
Any luck at all, they will be re introduced bluestarone Apr 2025 #21
And Anytime They Are Knocked Down - IKeep Re-introducing Them And Keep Them... global1 Apr 2025 #27
I think a member should them over and over and over. ananda Apr 2025 #23
Perhaps, throw in the articles of ineptitude? Magoo48 Apr 2025 #33
Good for the congressman, but... Glorfindel Apr 2025 #3
Time Will Tell... There Are A Number Of GOP Senators And Representatives That Depsise The MAGA Branding MayReasonRule Apr 2025 #5
Yes!!!!! SupportSanity Apr 2025 #13
Happy Monday Y'all!!! --- Praise Bob And Pass The Cabernet!!! MayReasonRule Apr 2025 #18
I agree, it's pointless unless there's a decent chance of conviction groundloop Apr 2025 #14
How about us using DownriverDem Apr 2025 #38
I won't hold my breath but it's a great thing that there are still brave people around. Dave Bowman Apr 2025 #4
If one repuglikan signs on, I'll do a happy dance...... lastlib Apr 2025 #7
It's gonna be a secret conspiracy of enough people DENVERPOPS Apr 2025 #28
Finally. FoggyLake Apr 2025 #9
It is needed RockCreek Apr 2025 #10
Overdue Iamscrewed Apr 2025 #11
There are 213 Democratic House members.. Escape Apr 2025 #12
yes... markie Apr 2025 #15
Glad somebody is doing something IronLionZion Apr 2025 #16
He will be facing a tough primary MichMan Apr 2025 #22
We need to signal strong support for this. pandr32 Apr 2025 #17
Democrats fight, FIGHT, FIGHT!!!!! cadoman Apr 2025 #19
I can only see it die before, or in the Senate sakabatou Apr 2025 #20
A helluva great, compelling list. It should get read into the Congressional Record. ancianita Apr 2025 #24
Most likely fail bc of Johnson. Keep doing it. Just about anything that annoys drumphf I approve... electric_blue68 Apr 2025 #25
It is about time. kacekwl Apr 2025 #26
hasn't he also broken The Emoluments Clause mdbl Apr 2025 #29
let me know when some republicans sign on. quakerboy Apr 2025 #30
Why is he not in prison? j.preston Apr 2025 #31
yes, yes and yes et tu Apr 2025 #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 2025 #34
Whether or not this goes anywhere at this point, it draws attention to the many crimes of the administration, Martin68 Apr 2025 #35
K & R! FakeNoose Apr 2025 #36
If the republicans don't start fighting now, Linda ladeewolf Apr 2025 #37
"Tell Congress to Impeach Trump" red dog 1 May 2025 #39
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