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Removing James E. Boasberg, Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, for failure to remain in good behavior pursuant to section 1 of article III of the Constitution.

USA119th CongressHRES-270| House 
| Updated: 3/31/2025
Andy Biggs

Andy Biggs

Republican Representative

Arizona

Cosponsors (6)
Clay Higgins (Republican)Elijah Crane (Republican)Anna Paulina Luna (Republican)Troy E. Nehls (Republican)Mary E. Miller (Republican)Andrew S. Clyde (Republican)

Judiciary Committee

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  • In Committee
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  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution proposes the removal of James E. Boasberg , Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, from his judicial office. The basis for removal is an alleged failure to maintain the standard of good behavior required of judges under Article III, Section 1 of the Constitution. The resolution asserts that Judge Boasberg knowingly and willfully used his judicial position to interfere with the President's constitutional prerogatives and enforcement of the rule of law for political gain. The primary accusation details Judge Boasberg's alleged interference with President Donald J. Trump's execution of the Alien Enemies Act . This interference reportedly occurred when he ordered the return of members of the designated foreign terrorist organization, Tren de Aragua, despite a presidential proclamation for their apprehension and removal. The resolution further claims that Boasberg's actions extended beyond the bounds of his judicial power, interfering with foreign policy and national security, and also mentions undisclosed payments and abuse of discretion during his term on the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court.
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Mar 31, 2025
Submitted in House
Mar 31, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  • March 31, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • March 31, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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Removing James E. Boasberg, Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, for failure to remain in good behavior pursuant to section 1 of article III of the Constitution.

USA119th CongressHRES-270| House 
| Updated: 3/31/2025
This resolution proposes the removal of James E. Boasberg , Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, from his judicial office. The basis for removal is an alleged failure to maintain the standard of good behavior required of judges under Article III, Section 1 of the Constitution. The resolution asserts that Judge Boasberg knowingly and willfully used his judicial position to interfere with the President's constitutional prerogatives and enforcement of the rule of law for political gain. The primary accusation details Judge Boasberg's alleged interference with President Donald J. Trump's execution of the Alien Enemies Act . This interference reportedly occurred when he ordered the return of members of the designated foreign terrorist organization, Tren de Aragua, despite a presidential proclamation for their apprehension and removal. The resolution further claims that Boasberg's actions extended beyond the bounds of his judicial power, interfering with foreign policy and national security, and also mentions undisclosed payments and abuse of discretion during his term on the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court.
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Timeline
Mar 31, 2025
Submitted in House
Mar 31, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  • March 31, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • March 31, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Andy Biggs

Andy Biggs

Republican Representative

Arizona

Cosponsors (6)
Clay Higgins (Republican)Elijah Crane (Republican)Anna Paulina Luna (Republican)Troy E. Nehls (Republican)Mary E. Miller (Republican)Andrew S. Clyde (Republican)

Judiciary Committee

Law

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted