House Republicans are reversing course on Biden impeachment in three ways
House Republicans Losing Steam in Impeachment Inquiry into President Biden
House Republicans are beginning to temper expectations about the success of their impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden. While the possibility of pursuing articles of impeachment remains on the table, Republicans are far from gathering the near-unanimous support needed to recommend removing him from the White House. A resolution formalizing their impeachment inquiry was approved in December.
Losing Steam
Some Republicans feel there’s an unwillingness to follow through, as the chamber has pressing matters to address during a presidential election year. House Republicans face an uphill battle to keep their majority in 2024, and multiple members in vulnerable seats are focused on their reelection campaigns. Headed into November, the GOP majority dwindled further when Rep. Ken Buck (R-CO) announced he would resign next week.
“I don’t think we have the will to impeach Joe Biden,” Rep. Troy Nehls (R-TX) told Fox News. “We just don’t. We’ve got a two-seat majority. You’ve got some guys in these tough districts that don’t want to alienate maybe independents or moderates.”
“They’ve laid out a good case for impeaching Joe Biden,” added Nehls, a member of the House Freedom Caucus. “But I just don’t think we have the will to do it.”
Uncovering Facts
Republicans have spent months claiming they have evidence of Biden’s wrongdoing, but without producing a smoking gun, they’re beginning to justify their efforts as a fact-finding venture. The inquiry, led by House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-KY), has zeroed in on Hunter Biden, subpoenaing AT&T to obtain phone records last week. Hunter Biden has testified that his father wasn’t involved in his business dealings.
“When the staff tells you that they can’t identify a particular crime, that’s a problem,” Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE) told Fox News. “But we should welcome the investigation. It’s more about letting the voters know the truth.”
Criminal Referrals and Drafting Legislation
Republicans are reluctant to abandon their efforts to remove Biden, as it is a top priority for the GOP base. After months of investigation with no solid evidence, other methods are being explored to keep the spotlight on the alleged wrongdoings by the Bidens.
Comer said the end of the investigation might result in issuing criminal referrals to the Justice Department. Instead of impeaching Biden, members could suggest the prosecution of people, although the DOJ is not required to act on the referrals. Comer has not clarified if those being referred would include the president.
“At the end of the day, what does accountability look like? It looks like criminal referrals,” Comer said. “It looks like referring people to the Department of Justice.”
Other concrete steps House Republicans are taking include legislative reforms, such as tightening financial disclosure requirements and increasing regulations on foreign lobbying, Politico reported.
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Comer and House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH) have yet to give a clear indication on when the impeachment inquiry will wrap up, telling Punchbowl News they are focused on an open hearing on March 20, when they asked Hunter Biden to testify. The president’s son has not confirmed if he will make an appearance. He provided testimony behind closed doors last month.
“After this public hearing, then we’ll see where we are,” Comer said. “But I would love to wrap it up.”
How do Republicans argue for further investigation into potential wrongdoings despite the claim that there were no corrupt activities related to President Biden’s business dealings abroad?
Did not engage in any corrupt activities related to his business dealings abroad.
However, Republicans argue that there is still a need to investigate further and uncover any potential wrongdoings. They believe that the impeachment inquiry serves as a crucial tool in holding the President accountable and ensuring transparency in government.
Political Calculations
Despite the determination of some Republicans, political calculations may hinder the success of the impeachment inquiry. With a slim majority in the House, Republicans are aware of the potential backlash from independent and moderate voters if they pursue impeachment. They fear that such a move could be seen as a partisan attack and harm their chances in the upcoming elections.
Additionally, Republicans are well aware of the futility of their efforts without significant support from Senate Republicans. With Democrats holding a slim majority in the Senate, the chances of successfully removing President Biden from office through impeachment are slim to none.
Focusing on Other Priorities
House Republicans also face the reality that there are pressing matters that require their attention. With a divided nation and numerous challenges facing the country, some Republicans argue that their time and resources would be better spent on addressing these issues rather than pursuing an impeachment that is unlikely to succeed.
Moreover, with the 2022 midterm elections looming, many Republicans are focusing on their reelection campaigns. They recognize the need to maintain their majority in the House and securing their seats takes priority over a divisive impeachment inquiry.
The Future of the Inquiry
As House Republicans continue to weigh the potential success and risks of their impeachment inquiry, it remains uncertain whether they will proceed with their efforts to remove President Biden from office. The lack of unanimous support, political calculations, and competing priorities all factor into their decision-making process.
While some Republicans maintain their determination to uncover potential wrongdoings and hold President Biden accountable, others are accepting the reality that the impeachment inquiry may not be worth the effort or the potential backlash. As the political landscape evolves, it remains to be seen how House Republicans will proceed and whether the impeachment inquiry will lose even more steam in the coming months.
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