Democratic Representative Al Green has introduced new articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump, just 16 days into his second term, sparking a heated debate over U.S. foreign policy and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
At a Glance
- Rep. Al Green files impeachment articles against Trump over Gaza comments
- Trump suggested U.S. takeover of Gaza and relocation of Palestinians
- Critics label Trump’s proposal as advocating for ethnic cleansing
- Green’s move marks his fourth attempt to impeach Trump
- Debate intensifies over U.S. involvement in Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Green’s Impeachment Push
Houston Congressman Al Green has once again thrust President Donald Trump into the spotlight by filing articles of impeachment. This time, the focus is on Trump’s controversial statements regarding the Gaza Strip, made during a press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Green’s move comes in response to Trump’s suggestion that the United States could potentially take over Gaza, relocate its Palestinian residents, and rebuild the area. This proposal has ignited a firestorm of criticism, with opponents labeling it as a call for ethnic cleansing.
‘The movement to impeach the president has begun’.
Democrat representative Al Green has brought articles of impeachment against Donald Trump for his proposal to ‘take over Gaza’, saying it is a ‘desperate deed’ amounting to ethnic cleansing. pic.twitter.com/RqaiCmXcjQ
— Middle East Eye (@MiddleEastEye) February 5, 2025
Accusations of Ethnic Cleansing
The core of Green’s impeachment argument revolves around the accusation that Trump is advocating for the ethnic cleansing of Palestinians from the Gaza Strip. Green has been vocal in his condemnation of Trump’s words, emphasizing the gravity of such statements coming from the leader of the free world.
“Ethnic cleansing in Gaza is not a joke, especially when it emanates from the President of the United States, the most powerful person in the world, when he has the ability to perfect what he says,” Rep. Al Green said.
Green has not limited his criticism to Trump alone. He also took aim at Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu for his apparent support of Trump’s announcement, arguing that such backing is particularly shameful given the historical context of the Jewish people’s own experiences with persecution.
Broader Democratic Response
Green’s impeachment effort has found support among some of his Democratic colleagues. Representative Rashida Tlaib, known for her outspoken criticism of U.S. policy towards Israel, has also condemned Trump’s plan in strong terms.
This latest impeachment attempt against Trump is not without precedent. The President has already faced impeachment twice before – once for his alleged role in the Capitol riots and another time for alleged abuse of power and obstruction of Congress. However, both previous attempts failed to remove Trump from office.
For Representative Green, this marks his fourth attempt to impeach Trump. His previous efforts in 2017 and twice in 2019 were unsuccessful, with the third attempt being tabled by the then Democratic-controlled House. Despite these setbacks, Green remains committed to his cause.
“When the people demand it, it will be done. I did it before. I laid the foundation for impeachment and it was done. Nobody knows more about it than I, and I know that it’s time for us to lay the foundation again,” Green said.
