Delaying the impeachment of Biden can shield at-risk Republicans.
The Impeachment Debate Divides Republicans
The possibility of impeaching President Joe Biden has ignited a fierce debate within the Republican Party. While conservatives in solidly red districts prioritize removing the president from office, those in swing states are concerned about the potential consequences for their reelection campaigns.
Impeachment has become a top priority for many conservatives in safe districts, but those in swing states worry that pursuing such an effort could make them appear out of touch with their constituents. They fear that centrists, who value bipartisanship, may view impeachment as a purely partisan attack.
Republicans Express Concerns
“There are some people that aren’t going to be happy until everybody in Washington gets impeached. And it just looks like that’s the road we’re going down,” said Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX) in an interview with Politico.
Gonzales, a Texas Republican, went on to dismiss impeachment as a distraction from more pressing issues that resonate with voters. He emphasized that his constituents are primarily concerned about topics such as inflation, border security, and the safety of their children in schools.
While some vulnerable incumbents did not outright dismiss the possibility of impeachment, they advised waiting until more evidence is obtained.
- “Not yet. Let’s put the facts — the committees are doing their work — let’s put a spotlight on all this, and we’ll go from there,” said Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE).
- “Are the [investigations] producing enough facts and evidence that warrant taking it to the next step? I don’t think it’s there at the moment,” added Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY).
Even conservative House Freedom Caucus member Chip Roy (R-TX) urged caution, recognizing that impeaching a sitting president is a significant undertaking.
A Call for Careful Consideration
“We’re talking about the president of the United States,” Roy emphasized. “All of the stuff that we’re getting on Biden and the Biden family… more than troubling. But we’ve got to go lay it all out and make the case.”
For now, it appears that the cautious approach favored by vulnerable incumbents will prevail. According to three sources familiar with the matter, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) informed House Republicans in a closed-door meeting that there is currently insufficient evidence to initiate an impeachment inquiry.
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