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Democrat tries to force vote on Trump impeachment

Texas representative Al Green introduced the measure shortly after the House voted to condemn Trump for tweets that four Democratic congresswomen should "go back" to their home countries.

Democrat tries to force vote on Trump impeachment

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Published : Jul 17, 2019, 8:21 AM IST

Updated : Jul 17, 2019, 8:35 AM IST

Washington: Texas representative Al Green has introduced articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump, potentially forcing a vote this week on whether to remove the president from office.

Democrat tries to force vote on Trump impeachment

Green introduced the measure shortly after the House voted to condemn Trump for tweets that four Democratic congresswomen should "go back" to their home countries.

All are Americans. Green said Tuesday that Trump is unfit for office and "enough is enough."

Under House rules, a single member of the House can force an impeachment vote. Green did so twice, unsuccessfully, when Republicans controlled the House.

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For now, a majority of House Democrats appear to oppose impeachment. And House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has resisted launching official proceedings without broad bipartisan support.

Last Updated : Jul 17, 2019, 8:35 AM IST

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