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Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, of high crimes and misdemeanors.

USA119th CongressHRES-415| House 
| Updated: 5/15/2025
Al Green

Al Green

Democratic Representative

Texas

Cosponsors (1)
Shri Thanedar (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution proposes the impeachment of Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors, asserting his unfitness to uphold American values and constitutional duties. The core charge is that he has caused the devolution of democracy into authoritarianism , concentrating power and acting without constitutional responsibility to the people. This conduct is presented as a violation of his oath to preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution. The resolution cites specific instances to support these charges, beginning with his public statements indicating dictatorial intentions, such as his "day one" comment regarding abusing power. It details his alleged actions of condoning the undermining of judicial independence, disregarding the separation of powers, and violating the Fifth Amendment's due process clause. These actions include denigrating federal judges and flouting orders from United States Federal Courts, including the Supreme Court. A primary example provided is the case of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, where the Trump administration allegedly disregarded a Temporary Restraining Order and illegally removed Garcia to El Salvador. Despite a Supreme Court ruling requiring the administration to facilitate Garcia's return, the resolution claims the administration continued to flout this order. President Trump is accused of publicly denigrating judges involved in the case and, when questioned, failing to affirm his duty to uphold the Constitution regarding due process. Ultimately, the resolution concludes that President Trump's conduct gravely endangered the separation of powers and threatened the integrity of the democratic system. His actions, including condoning the undermining of the judiciary and violating due process, are presented as a betrayal of trust and a demonstration that he remains a threat to democracy. Therefore, the resolution calls for his impeachment, trial, and removal from office due to his unfitness to serve as President.
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HRES 116-755
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

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HRES 116-498
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, of high misdemeanors.

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HRES 116-13
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

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HRES 117-26
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

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HRES 117-37
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

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HRES 117-34
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

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HRES 117-24
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

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HRES 117-32
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 115-646
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, of high misdemeanors.

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HRES 115-621
Impeaching Donald J. Trump, President of the United States, of high crimes and misdemeanors.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 115-438
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 115-705
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, of high misdemeanors.
May 15, 2025
Submitted in House
May 15, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 116-755
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 116-498
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, of high misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 116-13
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-26
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-37
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-34
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-24
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-32
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 115-646
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, of high misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 115-621
    Impeaching Donald J. Trump, President of the United States, of high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 115-438
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 115-705
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, of high misdemeanors.


  • May 15, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • May 15, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Government Operations and Politics

Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, of high crimes and misdemeanors.

USA119th CongressHRES-415| House 
| Updated: 5/15/2025
This resolution proposes the impeachment of Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors, asserting his unfitness to uphold American values and constitutional duties. The core charge is that he has caused the devolution of democracy into authoritarianism , concentrating power and acting without constitutional responsibility to the people. This conduct is presented as a violation of his oath to preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution. The resolution cites specific instances to support these charges, beginning with his public statements indicating dictatorial intentions, such as his "day one" comment regarding abusing power. It details his alleged actions of condoning the undermining of judicial independence, disregarding the separation of powers, and violating the Fifth Amendment's due process clause. These actions include denigrating federal judges and flouting orders from United States Federal Courts, including the Supreme Court. A primary example provided is the case of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, where the Trump administration allegedly disregarded a Temporary Restraining Order and illegally removed Garcia to El Salvador. Despite a Supreme Court ruling requiring the administration to facilitate Garcia's return, the resolution claims the administration continued to flout this order. President Trump is accused of publicly denigrating judges involved in the case and, when questioned, failing to affirm his duty to uphold the Constitution regarding due process. Ultimately, the resolution concludes that President Trump's conduct gravely endangered the separation of powers and threatened the integrity of the democratic system. His actions, including condoning the undermining of the judiciary and violating due process, are presented as a betrayal of trust and a demonstration that he remains a threat to democracy. Therefore, the resolution calls for his impeachment, trial, and removal from office due to his unfitness to serve as President.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 116-755
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 116-498
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, of high misdemeanors.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 116-13
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-26
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-37
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-34
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-24
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 117-32
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 115-646
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, of high misdemeanors.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 115-621
Impeaching Donald J. Trump, President of the United States, of high crimes and misdemeanors.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 115-438
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 115-705
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, of high misdemeanors.
May 15, 2025
Submitted in House
May 15, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 116-755
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 116-498
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, of high misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 116-13
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-26
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-37
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-34
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-24
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 117-32
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 115-646
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, of high misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 115-621
    Impeaching Donald J. Trump, President of the United States, of high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 115-438
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 115-705
    Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, of high misdemeanors.


  • May 15, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • May 15, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Al Green

Al Green

Democratic Representative

Texas

Cosponsors (1)
Shri Thanedar (Democratic)

Judiciary Committee

Government Operations and Politics

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