The President of the United States, Donald Trump, warned that he will likely be forced to face impeachment if the Republicans fail to maintain control of Congress in the legislative elections of 2026.
During an extensive and impassioned speech before members of the Republican Party in the House of Representatives, Trump asserted that the Democrats are willing to use any excuse to impeach him if they regain a parliamentary majority.
"We have to win the midterm elections because if we don't win them, they will simply find a reason to impeach me. They will impeach me," declared the president to his supporters, gathered at the recently renamed Trump-Kennedy Center in Washington D.C.
A Returning Ghost: Impeachment as a Latent Threat
Trump, the only president in the country's history to have undergone two impeachment processes in the House of Representatives, expressed confidence that the Democrats will try again if they regain legislative control.
“I was accused twice for nothing”, he claimed, referring to the cases opened in 2019 (for pressuring Ukraine for political gain) and in 2021 (for inciting the attack on the Capitol on January 6).
During his speech, which coincided with the fifth anniversary of that assault, Trump refrained from emphasizing that episode, which marked a turning point in American politics.
In his second term, he granted a general pardon to hundreds of those involved, including some convicted of violent crimes related to the riots.
"I wish they could explain to me what the hell is happening to public opinion."
In his usual style, Trump addressed lawmakers with a blend of sarcasm, lament, and defiance, questioning the direction of public opinion in a country marked by inflation and political disillusionment.
"They say that when you win the presidency, you lose the midterm elections. I wish someone could explain to me what the hell is happening with public opinion,” he said, while insisting that Republican proposals are superior to Democrat ones.
Despite the headwinds, the leader forecasted an “epic midterm victory”, although he acknowledged the need for party unity to achieve it.
The fear of a Democratic majority
The 2018 precedent, when the Democrats took control of the House of Representatives, continues to weigh heavily.
That victory was crucial to initiate the two impeachment processes against Trump.
Although the Senate -then controlled by the Republicans- acquitted him on both occasions, the president fears that a new Democratic majority will vigorously resume legislative investigations against his administration.
Some members of Congress have already suggested that possibility.
Representative Maxine Waters suggested that Trump's recent actions, including the operation against Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela, could warrant a new impeachment.
"Democrats cannot remain silent or passive in the face of such extreme actions by this Administration,” Waters stated.
Call to unite: "Resolve it"
Beyond the impeachment trial, Trump urged Republicans to unite and focus on the issues affecting citizens, such as healthcare, the cost of living, and immigration.
He asked them to “be a little flexible” with doctrinal stances and to prioritize health as a key issue to reconnect with voters.
"All these issues are very important, but healthcare is our priority," he emphasized, calling to resolve the internal division over the use of federal funds for abortion services.
He also defended Mike Johnson, the Speaker of the House, against questions regarding his leadership in a scenario with an increasingly narrow majority.
“Many times they say, 'I wish Mike were tougher.' Tougher? He’s tougher than anyone in this room,” Trump stated, expressing support for one of his closest allies.
Symbolic stage: The Trump-Kennedy Center
The event took place at the iconic cultural center that until recently was solely named after John F. Kennedy.
Under his presidency, Trump pushed for the removal of Democrats from the board of the center and managed to include his surname in the official name.
From that stage, he delivered an impromptu speech lasting over 80 minutes in which he also launched attacks against the media, Democrats, and some critical Republicans.
The battle for November
The midterm elections in the United States - traditionally unfavorable to the party currently in the White House - are shaping up to be an indirect referendum on Trump's presidency.
The president knows this, which is why he dramatizes the consequences of a potential legislative defeat.
The polls reflect an uncertain scenario: a study by NBC News showed a preference of 50% for a Democratic Congress compared to 42% who prefer a Republican one.
Trump has attempted to shift the discourse towards the economy, blaming his predecessors for inflationary issues and highlighting the stock market gains under his administration.
“We have the right policy. They don't. They have a horrible policy, but they stick together,” he argued, referring to the discipline of the Democrats in contrast to the internal divisions within the Republicans.
He even made light of the accusations of authoritarianism: "I won't say they should cancel the elections; they should cancel them, because the fake news will say: 'He wants the elections to be canceled. He's a dictator.' They always call me a dictator."
Conclusion: a warning message, a defense strategy
The threat of a new impeachment serves as a narrative for mobilizing the Republican base.
Trump portrays himself not only as a victim of persecution but also as a president who, despite the attacks, continues to lead the country with a clear political agenda.
If in 2026 the Democrats regain control of Congress, the institutional conflict will resurface.
The November elections will decide much more than the composition of the legislative power: they could determine whether Donald Trump faces, for a third time, an impeachment attempt from Congress.
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