GOP Weaponizes Impeachment to Remove Officials Over Policy, Not Wrongdoing

Republicans in multiple states threaten to impeach judges and prosecutors for partisan reasons, not credible allegations of crimes.

Impeachment increasingly used to remove officials over policy disagreements, rather than serious wrongdoing.

Republicans also try recalls and forced removals to oust Democrats without wrongdoing claims.

Critics say misusing impeachment threatens democracy by nullifying elections.

Recent impeachments of Texas AG and attempted recall of California governor exceptions with misconduct allegations.