House Democrats announced two articles of impeachment against President Trump this morning
Abuse of power and obstruction of Congress.
“We do not take these actions lightly,” said Rep. Jerry Nadler, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, in making the announcement. “The integrity of our next election is at risk.”
The Judiciary Committee is expected to vote Thursday on the articles, making way for a full House vote. Trump faces impeachment over allegations that he used his office to pressure the Ukrainian government into announcing investigations into political opponents, including former Vice President Joe Biden and his son Hunter.
In a tweet this morning, Trump said trying to impeach him is “sheer political madness.