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House Blocks Al Green’s Impeachment Bid Against President Trump
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Core Event: Vote to Table the Resolution
On September 16, 2026, the U.S. House voted 232-147 to table H.Res. 1486, the impeachment resolution introduced by Rep. Al Green (D-TX). Eighteen Democrats joined almost every Republican in voting to table, while 47 members—including Democratic leaders Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY), Katherine Clark (D-MA) and Pete Aguilar (D-CA)—voted “present.” The motion halts the effort to impeach President Donald Trump over immigration-policy actions.
Background & Context
Rep. Green filed H.Res. 1486 on August 24, alleging Trump violated his oath by allowing ICE and CBP to operate “without accountability,” resulting in the deaths of four civilians: Renée Good, Alex Pretti, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, and Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero. Green, in Congress since 2005, announced he will leave after losing his 2025 primary. He previously pursued a June 2025 impeachment bid that was also tabled.
Data & Statistics
- Vote tally: 232 against, 147 for, 47 present.
- Democrats voting to table: Kathy Castor (FL), Emanuel Cleaver (MO), James Clyburn (SC), Henry Cuellar (TX), Don Davis (NC), Laura Gillen (NY), Jared Golden (ME), Adam Gray (CA), Rick Larsen (WA), Susie Lee (NV), Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI), Jared Moskowitz (FL), Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA), Josh Riley (NY), Hillary Scholten (MI), Darren Soto (FL), Tom Suozzi (NY).
- Members voting “present” (47): includes the three top Democratic leaders and Rep. Thomas Massie (KY).
- Victims named: Renée Good, Alex Pretti, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero.
Official Statements & Responses
Democratic leaders linked the decision to electoral calculations, noting a focus on “affordability for everyday Americans” ahead of the November midterms. Republican leaders did not issue a unified response, but the vote reflected near-universal GOP opposition.
Verbatim Quotes
- “The issue isn’t whether the President is guilty of impeachable offenses, because he is,” — Al Green
- “The American people deserve clarity and stability from Washington, not more pointless political games,” — Derek Tran, Rep. from California
*(Quotes from Pete Aguilar and Jeffries have been removed as minor quotations.)*
Why It Matters / Impact
The vote highlights tension within the Democratic caucus between pursuing accountability for the Trump administration and emphasizing economic issues deemed more electorally advantageous. By voting “present,” leaders signaled reluctance to risk a high-profile impeachment that could energize Trump’s base ahead of the 2026 midterms. The decision also delays any formal congressional inquiry into alleged ICE and CBP abuses.
What’s Next
Democratic officials say they will launch “more extensive congressional investigations” into the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement if they regain House control in November. The outcome of those investigations could shape future impeachment considerations or immigration reforms.