Rep. John Larson (D-CT) has filed 13 articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump, citing the president’s military interventions in Venezuela, deployments of National Guard troops nationwide, and executive orders curtailing birthright citizenship.
In a press release, Larson stated his actions stem from concerns over Trump’s “unhinged” behavior, which he claims endangers American lives, safety, and security. Larson also called for the Cabinet to invoke the 25th Amendment as Trump escalates what he describes as an “illegal war” and threatens to “annihilate an entire civilization.”
Larson further emphasized that Trump’s recent profanity during Easter Sunday celebrations—including threats such as “a whole civilization will die” and “open the Strait…or you’ll be living in h”—foreshadows war crimes and jeopardizes national security.
The resolution faces significant hurdles, with minimal likelihood of advancing in the Republican-controlled House or securing a Senate trial, even if Larson initiates a vote upon lawmakers’ return on April 13. However, Larson’s push coincides with a primary challenge from younger candidates advocating for generational change.
Larson, who endured a complex partial seizure during a House floor speech in February 2025, faces pressure from challenger Luke Bronin, a former Hartford mayor and military veteran. Bronin has urged Larson to step aside after nearly three decades in Congress.
Meanwhile, Rep. Yassamin Ansari (D-AZ) will introduce articles of impeachment against Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, accusing him of “repeated violations” of his oath of office and constitutional duties. Ansari asserted that Hegseth’s “reckless endangerment of U.S. servicemembers and repeated war crimes” justify removal from office.
A Pentagon spokesperson, Kingsley Wilson, countered by stating the Department of Defense is conducting successful military operations in the Middle East and that Secretary Hegseth will continue to protect America while countering threats from Iran’s radical regime.