Congressional Republicans are increasing demands for the removal of federal judges seen as obstructing Trump’s agenda, spurred by prominent figures like Elon Musk. While these demands are unlikely to succeed in the Senate due to its strict impeachment requirements, they reflect a troubling trend of attacking the judiciary's independence. Musk advocates that judicial impeachments are necessary to restore democracy in America, referring to authoritarian tactics in other nations. This situation has intensified concerns about the separation of powers and has made federal judges targets for intimidation amid heightened security threats.
The only way to restore rule of the people in America is to impeach judges, Mr. Musk wrote this week on X, emphasizing his view on judicial removals.
The mounting calls for removing federal judges, who already face increasing security threats, have so far not gained much traction with congressional leaders.
Judicial impeachments are rare and notoriously time-consuming, showcasing the difficulties of attempting to remove federal judges from their positions.
Even the suggestion represents another extraordinary attempt by Republicans to breach the foundational separation of powers barrier as Trump allies seek to exert iron-fisted control.
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