Biden impeachment: Republicans could finish their investigation by end of the year
The House Republicans inch closer to filing articles of impeachment against President Joe Biden
The House Republicans are making significant progress towards filing articles of impeachment against President Joe Biden. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) revealed to Politico that once the depositions of Biden family members and other involved parties are completed, a decision will be made on whether or not to proceed with the articles.
Subpoenas issued for Hunter and James Biden
The House Oversight Committee recently announced the issuance of subpoenas for Hunter and James Biden, the son and brother of President Biden, respectively. The committee hopes that interviews with these individuals will shed light on whether the president was directly involved in foreign business dealings or the alleged influence-peddling that the Biden family has been accused of.
Impeachment inquiry demands and potential consequences
The push for an impeachment inquiry was one of the demands that led to the ousting of former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), orchestrated by hard-line conservative Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL). While this satisfies members of the House Freedom Caucus, it has the potential to unsettle centrist members, especially those in competitive districts.
This concern is amplified by the fact that House Republicans hold a razor-thin majority, requiring near-unanimity to advance any action. “Any kind of an impeachment puts our Biden people in a really tough spot,” expressed a Republican member involved in the Oversight investigation. They added, “Impeachment hurts us politically — it makes our base feel better.”
Challenges and divisions surrounding impeachment
An impeachment inquiry based on the available information would face significant challenges in gaining majority support in the House and would have little chance of success in the Democratic-led Senate. The Republicans risk embarrassment if they bring articles against Biden and fail to garner enough support within their own party.
Furthermore, public opinion on impeachment is divided, even among those who believe the Biden family’s actions may not have always been above board. Several polls from September indicate that people are more inclined to believe that impeachment of Biden is unwarranted.
Impact on the 2024 general election
As the 2024 general election approaches, the opinions of independents and centrist voters are expected to play a crucial role. An NBC News poll from September revealed that independents overwhelmingly oppose the House Republicans’ intention to hold impeachment hearings. This could potentially influence these voters’ decisions regarding Republicans in the upcoming election, which is already highly competitive.
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What specific allegations have the House Republicans made against President Joe Biden that they believe warrant an impeachment inquiry?
The House Republicans have been demanding an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden since he took office. They accuse him of various alleged wrongdoings, including abuse of power, mishandling of the withdrawal from Afghanistan, and unconstitutional actions relating to the southern border crisis. However, these demands have faced significant pushback from the Democratic majority in the House.
Despite the challenges, the recent subpoenas issued for Hunter and James Biden indicate that the House Republicans are determined to investigate the president’s actions thoroughly. The depositions will allow them to gather more evidence and determine whether there are grounds for filing articles of impeachment.
Allegations against the Biden family
The allegations surrounding the Biden family’s business dealings have been a topic of controversy since Joe Biden’s presidential campaign. Hunter Biden’s involvement with Burisma, a Ukrainian energy company, and his questionable financial transactions have raised concerns about potential corruption and influence-peddling. Additionally, James Biden has been accused of leveraging his family name for personal gain.
House Republicans argue that these allegations, if proven true, would support their case for impeachment. They believe that the president’s direct or indirect involvement in these business dealings undermines the integrity of the office and is a breach of trust with the American people.
Political implications
The decision to pursue articles of impeachment against President Biden carries significant political implications. It is currently unlikely that the Democrat-controlled House would support such a move, making it an uphill battle for the Republican Party. However, this impeachment inquiry could have wider repercussions for Biden’s presidency and the 2022 midterm elections.
The impeachment effort could mobilize the Republican base and galvanize support from conservative voters who may be dissatisfied with the president’s policies. It could also shape public perceptions of the Biden administration and potentially impact the legislative agenda, as a prolonged impeachment process would divert attention and resources away from other pressing issues.
The way forward
The House Republicans’ decision to move forward with articles of impeachment, should it come to that, will depend largely on the evidence uncovered during the depositions of the Biden family members. Regardless of the outcome, the impeachment inquiry itself signifies a deepening divide and intense partisan tug-of-war within Congress.
As the House Judiciary Committee continues its investigation, it remains to be seen whether there will be enough damning evidence to warrant the filing of articles of impeachment. The outcome of this process will have far-reaching consequences for the Biden administration, the Republican Party, and the American political landscape as a whole.
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