Texas Democrat Al Green Pushes for Impeachment Vote Against Trump

Democratic Representative Al Green from Texas is prompting a House vote this week to impeach President Donald Trump. This marks the ninth impeachment attempt against Trump since 2017, with Green leading six of these initiatives. Despite losing his primary in May and not returning to Congress next year, Green introduced H.Res. 1486 on August 24.

The resolution accuses Trump of abusing presidential powers, particularly by permitting Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection to operate unchecked. It highlights the deaths of four individuals in 2026, including Renée Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston, and Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero in Maine.

On Monday, Green informed colleagues he would introduce the resolution under Rule IX, addressing the privileges of the House. This procedure requires the House to act within two legislative days, paving the way for a vote before Thursday’s adjournment. Green communicated his intentions to Trump in a letter, accusing federal immigration officers of unjustified killings, and stating that Trump condones such actions.

As of Monday, congressional records show no other member has co-sponsored the resolution. Democratic leaders have not endorsed it, with Representative Hakeem Jeffries of New York, the House Minority Leader, avoiding commitment on impeachment, emphasizing focus on living costs instead. During an ABC’s This Week segment, Jeffries stated Democrats haven’t decided on pursuing impeachment.

White House spokeswoman Lauren Bis criticized Green’s move, citing increased assaults on law enforcement officers. She defended ICE and CBP’s actions, saying these officers risk their lives arresting criminals and terrorists.

Newsweek sought comments from Green’s and Jeffries’ offices on Monday.

Chronology of Impeachment Efforts

December 2017: Green filed the initial impeachment resolution. The House tabled it, with 58 Democrats opposing.

January 2018: Green proposed H.Res.705 after Trump’s remarks about immigrants. The House tabled it, 355-66.

July 2019: Green introduced H.Res.498 over Trump’s comments about congresswomen of color. The House tabled it, 332-95.

December 2019: The House successfully impeached Trump on Ukraine dealings; the Senate later acquitted him.

January 2021: Post-Capitol attack, the House impeached Trump on incitement of insurrection; the Senate voted 57-43 for acquittal.

April-May 2025: Representative Shri Thanedar from Michigan filed seven impeachment articles, with Green as co-sponsor.

June 2025: Green filed a single article over unauthorized military strikes, which the House tabled.

December 2025: Green’s H.Res.939 cited Trump’s reaction to a video of lawmakers. The House tabled the resolution, 237-140.

August-September 2026: Green filed H.Res.1486, prompting this week’s vote.

Potential Outcomes if Democrats Win

Trump, impeached twice, is the only president to face this process multiple times. Despite Senate acquittals, Democrats might pursue impeachment again if they secure House control in midterms. Trump has voiced concerns about impeachment if Republicans lose midterms.

A House impeachment requires a simple majority. While Republicans maintain a narrow majority, polls favor Democrats on the generic ballot. For Senate control, Democrats must flip four Republican-held seats and retain current ones. However, a Democratic majority would still need a two-thirds Senate vote to convict Trump.

Wilbur Ross, former Commerce Secretary, expressed confidence in Democrats moving forward with impeachment if they win the House, mentioning likely Senate support with Democratic leadership. Representative Jamie Raskin, who led the 2021 effort, noted past impeachment didn’t fully address Trump’s influence.

White House spokesperson Davis Ingle highlighted electoral support for Trump in 2024, emphasizing his widespread voter approval and agenda.

Newsweek editors Jason Lemon and Gray R. Thomas contributed to coverage.