Rep. Al Green introduced an article of impeachment against President Trump on Tuesday, accusing him of bypassing Congress before ordering military strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend.
The filing asserts that Trump abused his presidential powers by ignoring the constitutional separation of powers and undermining the legislative branch’s exclusive authority to declare war. Green argued that by launching the attack without notifying or obtaining authorization from Congress, Trump acted unilaterally and without provocation, transforming what should be a democratic process into a show of authoritarian power.
According to the resolution, there was no immediate threat to the United States that would have justified the use of force without Congressional input, and the decision sets a dangerous precedent that weakens democratic safeguards. It characterizes Trump as an authoritarian figure who threatens the very fabric of American democracy.
Green cited multiple examples to support the impeachment measure, including Trump’s role in the January 6 Capitol breach, his hardline immigration policies, and public attacks on members of the judiciary. Together, these instances, Green argued, reflect a broader pattern of contempt for democratic norms.
Despite the strikes, Trump has insisted that the United States is not seeking a long-term conflict. He has emphasized his administration’s interest in restoring stability in the region and claimed the strikes were intended to push Iran toward a diplomatic resolution.
On Monday, Trump announced that a ceasefire agreement had been reached after nearly two weeks of escalating hostilities in the region. However, Green’s move reflects continued unease among lawmakers about the president’s unilateral military decisions and their broader implications for constitutional authority and democratic governance.
