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U.S. Congressman Shri Thanedar (D-Mich.) Introduces 7 Articles of Impeachment Against Trump to Halt 'Authoritarian Power Grab' (www.commondreams.org)

submitted 7 months ago by pelespirit@sh.itjust.works to c/politics@sh.itjust.works

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As a statement from the congressman's office details, Trump's alleged constitutional violations are:

Obstruction of Justice and Abuse of Executive Power: Including denial of due process, unlawful deportations, defiance of court orders, and misuse of the Department of Justice.
Usurpation of Appropriations Power: For dismantling congressionally established agencies and impounding federal funds.
Abuse of Trade Powers and International Aggression: Including imposing economically damaging tariffs and threatening military invasion against sovereign nations.
Violation of First Amendment Rights: Through retaliatory actions against critics, media, and attorneys exercising constitutionally protected speech.
Creation of an Unlawful Office: By establishing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and unlawfully empowering Elon Musk to unilaterally violate the Constitution.
Bribery and Corruption: Involving dismissing criminal cases, soliciting foreign emoluments, and extortionate settlements for personal and political gain.
Tyrannical Overreach: Seeking to consolidate unchecked power, erode civil liberties, and defy constitutional limits on presidential authority.

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[–] crusa187@lemmy.ml 1 points 7 months ago (3 children)

I want Trump tried and executed for treason.

[–] FenderStratocaster@lemmy.world 4 points 7 months ago

....and how? How do you want that accomplished?

[–] ExtantHuman@lemm.ee 1 points 7 months ago

Impeachment is literally how that occurs...

[–] Jax@sh.itjust.works 1 points 7 months ago (1 children)

Go ahead and walk me through the steps towards that goal.

[–] crusa187@lemmy.ml 1 points 7 months ago

Sure, here is a way forward:

Recall all democratic congressmen where state laws permit it, and replace them with those who are poised to act.
primary the rest to set the stage in ‘26
impeach, and dig into the myriad financial crimes and ties to Russian money this time.
convict

This is the proper democratic means, if that even matters anymore.

I think a far more effective method would be several million of us marching on the capitol in DC. Trump obviously senses this threat is drawing nearer, which is why he has given bondi and hegseth powers to stage the military against civilians in partnership with the police. In this scenario I believe it will be over for the Trump regime, whether or not the military decides to act on these unconstitutional orders.