Summary
Efforts to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem are gaining more traction among Democrats compared to similar efforts to impeach President Donald Trump. Representative Robin Kelly has introduced three articles of impeachment against Noem, with 97 Democrats showing support, but these efforts are unlikely to succeed due to Republican control of Congress. The impeachment attempts against Trump have attracted less support from Democrats.
Key Facts
- Representative Robin Kelly introduced three articles of impeachment against Secretary Kristi Noem.
- 97 Democrats in the House of Representatives have signed onto the impeachment articles against Noem.
- The articles accuse Noem of obstruction, violation of public trust, and using her office for personal gain.
- Noem is alleged to have unlawfully entered a DHS facility and directed improper actions by ICE.
- Efforts to impeach President Trump have had less backing among Democrats.
- Trump has been impeached twice before, during his first term, but was acquitted each time.
- Texas Democrat Al Green previously introduced articles to impeach Trump, citing he was "unfit."
- Trump is concerned he could be impeached if Republicans lose in the upcoming midterm elections.
