U.S. Rep. Shri Thanedar speaks at his election night party in Detroit on Aug. 6, 2024 | Ken Coleman

Updated at 4:55 p.m.

Michigan Congressman Shri Thanedar (D-Detroit) on Monday brought seven articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump, saying the president has “repeatedly demonstrated that he is unfit to serve,” and “represents a clear and present danger to our nation’s constitution and our democracy.”

In a statement from Thanedar’s office, he pointed to “sweeping abuse of power, flagrant violations of the Constitution and acts of tyranny that undermine American democracy and threaten the rule of law” as his reasons for introducing the charges. 

“[Trump’s] unlawful actions have subverted the justice system, violated the separation of powers, and placed personal power and self-interest above public service. We cannot wait for more damage to be done. Congress must act,” Thanedar said. 

Each article alleges a separate violation of the Constitution, with Thanedar’s office offering the following breakdown of his resolution:

  •  Obstruction of Justice and Abuse of Executive Power: Including denial of due process, unlawful deportations, defiance of court orders, and misuse of the Department of Justice.

  • Usurpation of Appropriations Power: For dismantling congressionally established agencies and impounding federal funds.

  • Abuse of Trade Powers and International Aggression: Including imposing economically damaging tariffs and threatening military invasion against sovereign nations.

  • Violation of First Amendment Rights: Through retaliatory actions against critics, media and attorneys exercising constitutionally protected speech.
    Creation of an Unlawful Office: By establishing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and unlawfully empowering Elon Musk to unilaterally violate the Constitution.

  • Bribery and Corruption: Involving dismissing criminal cases, soliciting foreign emoluments, and extortionate settlements for personal and political gain.

  • Tyrannical Overreach: Seeking to consolidate unchecked power, erode civil liberties, and defy constitutional limits on presidential authority.

“This is not about partisanship. It’s about protecting our democracy and ensuring that no one, not even a President, is above the law,” Thanedar said in a statement.

Thanedar’s effort is likely to face an uphill battle in the House, where Republicans hold a seven seat majority. The Senate, which conducts the trial should the resolution receive a majority of votes in the House, is also held by Republicans, with a two-thirds vote needed in order to convict the president. 

Speaking with the Michigan Advance after the announcement, Thanedar said he would do his best to force a vote on the matter. He hoped to see support from fellow House Democrats as well as like-minded Republicans “who see the damage that this president is creating.”

“We are reaching out to all members of Congress… members come back tonight, so I intend to personally meet with many of them on the House floor,” he said. 

Thanedar said his constituents at his town halls and in polling overwhelmingly said that Congress needs to act, and that he was complying with their wishes. 

“Unless we introduce this resolution, it has no chance to pass,” Thanedar said.

Thanedar’s introduction of the articles comes the same day that his second primary opponent, state Rep. Donavan McKinney (D-Detroit), announced he would seek his 13th District seat in the 2026 primary.

Thanedar told the Advance that Monday was his first day back in Washington D.C. following an in-district work period and that it was the earliest he could introduce the articles in person. He also wanted to introduce the articles before the President’s visit to Warren Tuesday to celebrate his first 100 days in office. 

However, the resolution had been in the works for almost a month, he said. 

“You don’t prepare articles of impeachment in one hour or two hours,” Thanedar said.

White House spokespeople have yet to respond to an emailed request for comment.

This story was updated with comments from Thanedar.

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