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White House Hires Lawyers; Trump Threatens Impeachment, Democrats Probe ICE

7/17/2026

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Michael Williams and Emma Doyle reported that the White House is hiring lawyers to prepare for a likely Democratic win in November House elections.
U.S. President Donald Trump warned that losing the midterms would likely lead to his impeachment.
Rep. Ted Lieu said House Democrats intend to scrutinize the administration’s ICE operations, alleged family stock trades, and Justice Department actions.

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Michael Williams and Emma Doyle reported that the White House is hiring lawyers to prepare for a likely Democratic win in November House elections.
U.S. President Donald Trump warned that losing the midterms would likely lead to his impeachment.
Rep. Ted Lieu said House Democrats intend to scrutinize the administration’s ICE operations, alleged family stock trades, and Justice Department actions.