Representative Steve Cohen, a Democrat from Tennessee and senior member of the House Judiciary Committee, introduced 26 articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump on September 24, 2026. This action follows the House's rejection of a separate impeachment effort by Democratic Representative Al Green of Texas on September 15, where Green's resolution was shelved in a 232-147 vote. Cohen's articles accuse Trump of various abuses of power, violations of his oath of office, and other alleged misconduct, including issues related to immigration policies, military power, federal spending, and personal financial gain from the presidency.
The first article claims Trump undermined democracy by casting doubt on election integrity, while another alleges he abused his power by engaging in military actions against Iran without congressional approval. Additional articles address alleged extrajudicial killings, deployment of military forces against U.S. cities, and the use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport individuals. Cohen's resolution also includes accusations of unlawfully withholding funds, imposing loyalty tests on federal employees, and attacking press freedom.
In a press release, Cohen stated, "Trump is clearly the most impeachable President our country has ever endured. His continued presence in office is a danger to our democracy." He acknowledged that the impeachment effort is unlikely to progress but emphasized his commitment to standing up for his constituents and democracy. The White House has been contacted for comment regarding these allegations.
The introduction of Cohen's articles comes amid divisions among House Democrats over the impeachment process. While Cohen's resolution is broader than Green's, which focused primarily on immigration enforcement and related civilian deaths, both efforts highlight ongoing tensions within the party regarding how to address Trump's actions. Previous attempts at impeachment by both Cohen and Green date back to Trump's first term in office.