Rep. Shri Thanedar draws a Democratic primary challenge as the left seeks to flex its muscle in Michigan
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Michigan Democrat Files Impeachment Articles Against Trump
Above: U.S. Rep. Shri Thanedar (D-Mich.) speaks at a presidential campaign rally for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on August 7, 2024. Image copyright: Adam J. Dewey/Contributor/Anadolu via Getty Images
The Spin
Democratic narrative
Trump must be held accountable for his unconstitutional actions. He has repeatedly violated the separation of powers and has defied a unanimous SCOTUS ruling. His administration's refusal to return Abrego Garcia despite court orders demonstrates a dangerous pattern of executive overreach that threatens the foundations of American democracy.
Republican narrative
This stunt is a desperate political ploy from a congressman facing serious primary challenges. Thanedar is clearly trying to save his political career by pandering to his base with an impeachment effort that has zero chance of success in a Republican-controlled Congress rather than focusing on real issues affecting his constituents.