Overview

• Rep. Shri Thanedar pulled his impeachment resolution against President Trump moments before a scheduled House vote, citing discussions with colleagues and lack of support.
• Both Republican and Democratic leaders had signaled plans to block the resolution, with several Democrats criticizing the effort as politically unwise and self-serving.
• Thanedar's seven articles of impeachment accused Trump of high crimes, including bribery, corruption, and constitutional violations, but lacked backing from party leadership or broad support within Congress.
• The Michigan congressman, facing a contested primary in his district, has promised to amend his articles and continue efforts to hold Trump accountable.
• This episode highlights ongoing divisions within the Democratic Party and the procedural challenges of impeachment in a Republican-controlled House.