Will the Democrats try to impeach Trump for a third time? Here's what may happen

WorldPolitics
4 Nov 2026 • 9:54 PM MYT
The Independent
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Will the Democrats try to impeach Trump for a third time? Here's what may happen

  • Democrats secured majorities in both the House of Representatives and the Senate following significant gains in the US midterm elections.
  • President Donald Trump conceded defeat, opening his administration up to extensive congressional investigations during his final two years in office.
  • Top Republicans predict Democrats will attempt to impeach Trump for an unprecedented third time, but Democratic leaders remain cautious about committing to the move.
  • Party strategists warn that an impeachment attempt could fail in the Senate and inadvertently galvanise Trump's political base.
  • Democrats are instead expected to focus on corruption investigations and targeting Cabinet members, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

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