Democrats have declared that everything they disagree with has become an impeachable offense. Rep. Shri Thanedar, a Democrat from Michigan, introduced seven articles of impeachment against President Trump on Monday, marking the first Democratic effort this year to attempt the removal of the president—or any member of his administration—from office.
Although the move is highly unlikely to succeed in a Republican-controlled Congress, it underscores growing unrest among progressive lawmakers. Thanedar’s action also coincides with mounting political pressure in his home district, where he now faces a second challenger in the upcoming primary election.
In a statement announcing the effort, noted Axios, Thanedar described Trump as “unfit to serve as President” and warned that he posed “a clear and present danger to our nation’s Constitution and our democracy.” He urged Congress to act swiftly, stating, “We cannot wait for more damage to be done.”
I have introduced articles of impeachment against President Trump.
When Trump ignores the Constitution, Congress, and the courts, he is not “fighting for America.”
He is tearing it down and endangering our democracy. pic.twitter.com/40iBTZKjkC
— Congressman Shri Thanedar (@RepShriThanedar) April 28, 2025
The impeachment articles accuse Trump of multiple offenses, including obstruction of justice, abuse and usurpation of power, and bribery. These charges largely stem from allegations related to the expansion of executive authority and Trump’s personal financial dealings.
Despite the dramatic nature of the announcement, the impeachment push is expected to stall. With Republicans holding majorities in both the House and Senate, the articles are unlikely to advance. Thanedar has not indicated whether he intends to demand a floor vote.
Other Democrats have also signaled similar intentions. Rep. Al Green, a Democrat from Texas, recently censured for interrupting Trump’s joint address to Congress, has announced plans to introduce his own impeachment resolutions. Meanwhile, Rep. Ilhan Omar has reportedly discussed the possibility of impeaching several top Trump administration officials—including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard—over the “Signalgate” controversy.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) offered a muted response when asked about Thanedar’s initiative, stating, “I haven’t evaluated the articles. I haven’t even had an opportunity to talk with him about it.”
The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
