Progressive Groups Renew Impeachment Push Ahead of Midterm Elections
As the 2026 midterm elections draw near, a group of progressive advocacy organizations is ramping up calls for the impeachment of President Donald Trump and various government officials. They argue that his military action against Venezuela is “illegal and unconstitutional.”
A press release issued on Wednesday by a coalition including Citizens Impeachment and Elimination Coalition, People for Free Speech, Women’s March, and the 50501 Movement highlighted their renewed efforts to pressure Congress. They’re using the President’s controversial military actions as a rallying point to engage American voters, urging participation in the “Free America Walkout” planned for January 20th. The goal is to push people into Congressional offices to demand support for new impeachment articles.
This movement follows a recent moment where 140 House members backed Rep. Al Green’s (D-TX) articles of impeachment focused on Trump’s threats against Congress members and federal judges. Although the resolution was tabled in December—with 23 Democrats joining Republicans to halt it—organizers claim momentum is building. They’ve stated that over a million people across the country have signed a petition calling for impeachment proceedings against Trump.
The coalition, led by Free Speech for People, details “25 grounds of impeachment,” citing, among others, the attack on Venezuela as part of a broader pattern of military actions executed without Congressional consent. Their statement includes multiple aggressive initiatives, such as unbacked attacks on Iran and military threats aimed at several countries in the Western Hemisphere.
The Citizens’ Impeachment Corps is also working on three impeachment resolutions. Two are aimed at President Trump and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, charging them with “tyranny” and “treason.” Another targets Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi, accusing them of obstruction of justice related to the Epstein files. The resolutions claim violations of constitutional war powers and misuse of federal entities like the National Guard.
Leaders from the coalition emphasize the seriousness of their demand. They argue, for instance, that Trump poses the greatest threat to civilization in U.S. history. The statements variously draw stark parallels between current events and historical fascism, suggesting that now is the time for accountability through impeachment.
Some prominent figures have pointed out the necessity of action. Women’s March Executive Director Rachel O’Leary Carmona stressed that “the cost of silence is simply too high,” while others within the coalition reiterated that the Constitution provides Congress with the power to remove those deemed tyrannical from office.
This impeachment initiative occurs amid noticeable divisions in the Democratic Party. Previous impeachment attempts, like Rep. Greene’s resolution, faced significant hurdles in gaining support even from Democrats. Notably, some party officials have opted to vote “present” rather than in favor or against resolutions, reflecting ongoing discord. Efforts targeting other officials from the Trump administration have surfaced despite the lack of collective agreement.
Amid these developments, President Trump participated in a House Republican event, warning that a loss in the midterms could lead to his impeachment by Democrats. Congressional leaders have, so far, stayed away from formal impeachment discussions, though the coalition insists that constituents are pressuring lawmakers for action, highlighting a need to act decisively in a critical moment for democracy.
