Did Nancy Pelosi say that Donald Trump will be impeached before he gets elected? Here's the truth
Nancy Pelosi, former Speaker of the House, said Democrats would impeach Donald Trump «before he gets elected» has been debunked. This rumor, which circulated on Threads and other social media platforms, is false. A spokesperson for Pelosi confirmed that she made no such statement. Here’s the truth behind this viral claim.
What Was the Claim?
A post on Threads stated that Pelosi had announced if the Democrats won the House, they would impeach Donald Trump before he got elected. The post gained attention and was shared over 1,000 times. However, there is no evidence to support this claim, and it has been confirmed as false by Pelosi’s spokesperson.
Pelosi’s Official Stance
On November 6, 2024, Pelosi did not mention Trump or impeachment in any of her public statements. Instead, she issued a statement praising Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for their campaigns. Pelosi also expressed hopes for a peaceful transfer of power, but impeachment was not discussed.
In an interview with The New York Times on November 7, Pelosi was asked about Trump and his previous impeachments but did not mention the possibility of impeaching him again.
Impeachment Before Election Is Impossible
The claim that Pelosi would lead an effort to impeach Trump before he gets elected is not legally feasible. Trump, while he may face challenges or potential legal actions, would not be eligible for impeachment until he officially assumes office again, which would occur after his inauguration in January 2025.
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