TLDR
- Donald Trump warned Republicans that he will be impeached again if they lose the upcoming midterm elections.
- He made this statement during a speech at a House Republican policy retreat held at the Trump-Kennedy Center.
- Trump emphasized that Democrats would act quickly to impeach him if they regain control of Congress.
- He reminded lawmakers that he was previously impeached twice but was not convicted by the Senate in either case.
- The first impeachment involved accusations related to Ukraine while the second focused on the January 6 Capitol riot.
President Donald Trump warned House Republicans that losing the midterm elections could lead to another impeachment, urging them to mobilize quickly, because Democrats might act if they regain control, and he insisted they “must win” to stop it.
Donald Trump Urges GOP to Secure Congress or Face Impeachment
Donald Trump told House Republicans that losing control of Congress would trigger new impeachment efforts. Speaking at the House Republican policy retreat, Trump said, “If we don’t win the midterms, I’ll get impeached.”
The retreat took place at the Trump-Kennedy Center, coinciding with the Capitol riot’s fifth anniversary. Trump emphasized urgency and warned, “They’ll find a reason to impeach me,” stressing the stakes for Republican lawmakers.
He previously faced two impeachments during his first term, though the Senate did not convict him in either. The first related to Ukraine and the second to the January 6 Capitol events, both ending without Senate convictions.
Republicans Plan to Use Impeachment Threat to Boost Turnout
In July, NBC News reported Republican strategists planned to use impeachment warnings to increase voter turnout. They hoped to energize the base by framing Democrats as ready to impeach Trump if given a majority.
Trump’s comments may align with that strategy, serving as a political motivator heading into the midterms. He warned that Democrats would act quickly if they regain House control, repeating claims of partisan targeting.
Polling shows voters remain focused on economic issues, and many feel the country is headed in the wrong direction. According to an NBC poll, 50% of voters prefer Democrats in Congress, while 42% support Republican control.
This polling gap presents a challenge for Republicans seeking to maintain their hold on the House. Republican operatives continue to link Trump’s legal risk to Democratic gains in the coming vote.
Trump Issues Pardons, Recalls Jan. 6 as He Speaks on Impeachment
Trump’s remarks came on the anniversary of the Capitol attack, where he issued a controversial blanket pardon. This included hundreds involved in the January 6 riot, even those convicted of violent crimes.
The pardons reignited debate over Trump’s actions during the Capitol breach and his ongoing political influence. He used the moment to appeal to House Republicans, reinforcing loyalty and warning of political consequences.
Trump defended his past impeachments, calling them “politically motivated” and denying all wrongdoing. He framed both efforts as unfair, arguing they were aimed at undermining his presidency and re-election.
In the 2018 midterms, Democrats flipped the House with 235 seats, setting the stage for his first impeachment. Republicans held the Senate then, preventing conviction, but Trump cited the episode as a warning for 2026.
