On August 19, 2025, Rep. Al Green (D-Texas) announced plans to file new articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump, marking his latest attempt to challenge the president’s leadership. Green, a long-time critic, cited Trump’s alleged authoritarian actions, including his proposal to federalize police in cities like Chicago and his handling of foreign policy, as grounds for impeachment. This follows Green’s earlier efforts in February, May, and June 2025, which accused Trump of unconstitutional moves like proposing a Gaza takeover and ordering strikes on Iranian nuclear sites without congressional approval.
Green’s resolutions, including H.Res.415 filed in May, claim Trump has undermined democracy by flouting court orders and the separation of powers. Despite his persistence, Green’s efforts face steep odds in the Republican-controlled House, with prior attempts, like the June vote on Iran strikes, tabled 344-79. Critics, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, dismiss the moves as “political stunts” that distract from GOP priorities like tax cuts and border security.
Democrats are divided, with leaders like Rep. Pete Aguilar stating impeachment is not a caucus priority. Green, undeterred, insists he’ll “stand alone” for justice, referencing his censure after disrupting Trump’s March 2024 congressional address. As the 2026 midterms loom, Green’s campaign keeps impeachment in the spotlight, fueling debates over Trump’s governance and Democratic strategy.
