George Conway Renews Calls for Trump’s Impeachment Amid Congressional Bid

Washington, D.C. – Prominent attorney and former Republican George T. Conway III has intensified his criticism of President Donald Trump, asserting that the president is repeatedly violating his oath of office and urging Congress to pursue impeachment as a necessary step. 5 Conway, who recently announced his candidacy for New York’s 12th Congressional District as a Democrat, framed his campaign around holding Trump accountable for alleged constitutional breaches.

In a recent appearance, Conway stated: “This man is violating his oath in myriad ways each and every day. Impeachment is not an option. It is mandatory. It is required. It is morally, constitutionally, and legally obligated.” 1 The comments echo longstanding tensions between Conway and Trump, dating back to Trump’s first term, but have gained fresh attention amid Conway’s shift to Democratic politics and his focus on “Trumpism” as a threat to the republic.

Conway, 62, a veteran lawyer known for his role in the 1990s impeachment proceedings against President Bill Clinton, explained his motivations for running for office during interviews this week. He described Trump as a “criminal” who “abrogates his oath of office every day, defies the law, defies the Constitution, and frankly thinks he’s the law.” 15 He emphasized the need for congressional investigations and impeachments of Trump and his Cabinet members for what he calls “high crimes and misdemeanors” occurring daily. 19

Specific examples cited by Conway include concerns over executive actions, such as recent immigration enforcement operations by ICE that he claims demonstrate disregard for legal norms, including the arrest of a mother and widow in Minneapolis. 5 He also advocated for legislative reforms to prevent future administrations from engaging in similar conduct, likening the effort to a “modern legal reconstruction.” 17 Conway has indicated he views his potential role in Congress as temporary, aimed at addressing the current crisis rather than a long-term career in politics.

The White House has not issued a direct response to Conway’s latest remarks. However, President Trump, speaking to House Republicans earlier this week at a retreat, predicted that Democrats would attempt to impeach him again if they gain control of Congress in the upcoming midterms. 14 Trump has previously dismissed Conway as a “loser” and “stone cold whacko” in social media posts during past disputes, often highlighting Conway’s former marriage to Kellyanne Conway, a longtime Trump adviser.

Conway’s campaign launch marks a significant evolution for the attorney, who was once a staunch conservative but became one of Trump’s most vocal detractors after 2016. He co-founded the anti-Trump Lincoln Project and supported Democratic candidates in recent elections. His bid for the Manhattan-based seat, currently held by retiring Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-N.Y.), positions him in a heavily Democratic district where anti-Trump sentiment runs high. 16

Legal experts are divided on the feasibility of a third impeachment attempt against Trump, who was impeached twice during his first term but acquitted by the Senate both times. Constitutional scholars note that impeachment requires a majority in the House and a two-thirds vote in the Senate for removal, a high bar in the current divided Congress. As of now, Democratic leaders have not signaled plans to initiate impeachment proceedings, focusing instead on legislative priorities.

This story will be updated as more details emerge.