Democrat Snaps On House Floor, Launches Trump Articles of Impeachment

Texas Democratic Representative Al Green has once again ignited controversy and national discussion by introducing his first impeachment effort of 2025 against former President Donald Trump. A veteran lawmaker known for his previous impeachment attempts during Trump’s presidency, Green returned to the House floor with a passionate and searing speech—this time, targeting Trump’s recent comments about the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza.

In a fiery address delivered with his trademark moral conviction, Green condemned Trump’s rhetoric as dangerously dismissive of what he described as “ethnic cleansing” in Gaza. Referring directly to Trump’s controversial remarks, Green thundered: “Ethnic cleansing in Gaza is not a joke, especially when it emanates from the President of the United States.” His denunciation went beyond political critique, framing Trump’s words as a threat to both human dignity and international stability.

But Green’s criticism didn’t stop with Trump. He also took aim at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, arguing that the Prime Minister had failed a moral test by tolerating such rhetoric without challenge. “Knowing the history of his people,” Green said, referencing the centuries of persecution faced by Jewish communities, “to stand there and allow such things to be said is unacceptable.” His remarks suggested that leadership demands not only strength but also historical awareness and moral courage—especially in the face of suffering.

Green further emphasized the global impact of presidential rhetoric, pointing out that even as a former officeholder, Trump’s words still command attention and influence. “The most powerful person in the world,” Green said, “has the ability to perfect what he says.” This statement underscored a broader concern: that inflammatory or careless statements from high-profile figures can normalize injustice and fuel division both at home and abroad.

In a speech laced with civil rights-era echoes, Green invoked the refrain: “And still I rise, Mr. Speaker.” The phrase—borrowed from the poetry of Maya Angelou—served as both a personal declaration of perseverance and a wider call to conscience. With it, Green framed his effort not merely as political posturing but as a moral imperative, grounded in the belief that silence in the face of human suffering is a form of complicity.

Though it remains uncertain whether this impeachment push will gain meaningful traction in a deeply divided Congress, Green’s bold stand has rekindled debate over presidential accountability, particularly when it comes to shaping public narratives around foreign conflicts and human rights.

The broader context of his remarks reflects a sharpening divide in U.S. political discourse surrounding the Israel-Gaza conflict. Progressive lawmakers and human rights advocates have increasingly criticized U.S. support for Israeli military operations in Gaza, while more conservative voices have stood by Israel’s right to defend itself. Trump’s comments—and Green’s forceful response—now add another flashpoint to that debate.

Green’s latest action marks his fourth attempt to impeach Trump, and while the former president no longer holds office, impeachment resolutions can still serve symbolic purposes—registering disapproval, framing historical record, and shaping public opinion.

Whether this impeachment effort succeeds or fails in procedural terms, it has already succeeded in one respect: reigniting a national conversation about the role of moral leadership, the consequences of presidential speech, and the U.S. government’s place in the global struggle for justice.

As Green closed his remarks with “And still I rise,” it became clear that for him, this was not merely about politics—it was a stand for principle, a refusal to stay silent in the face of suffering, and a call to hold powerful voices accountable, no matter how untouchable they may seem.