A petition calling for the impeachment of President Donald Trump is gaining attention as it moves closer to 100,000 signatures. More than 90,000 people have already signed it. The petition was created by a nonpartisan group called Blackout The System, working together with another organization called American Opposition. Supporters say the petition is a way for ordinary Americans to speak up and demand accountability from the president.
The petition accuses Trump of acting out of greed, corruption, and a lack of responsibility. It claims he has taken advantage of the American people, ignored basic standards of leadership, and repeatedly violated the U.S. Constitution. According to the petition, Trump’s decisions have badly damaged the economy and caused unnecessary suffering for millions of people across the country.
Those behind the petition argue that Trump’s policies have harmed many vulnerable groups. They point to tough actions against immigrants, cuts to veterans’ benefits, and changes that weaken healthcare and public education. The petition also says that reductions in food assistance programs have made life harder for families who are already struggling. Supporters believe these choices show a lack of concern for everyday Americans.
The statement also claims that women and young people have been especially affected, saying their access to basic needs such as food, shelter, and education has been put at risk. The petition argues that these actions are not just political disagreements, but moral failures that threaten human rights and fairness in the country.
Carlos Álvarez-Aranyos, the founder of American Opposition, said removing Trump from office would be the best way to end what he described as a dangerous period in U.S. politics. He believes impeachment would restore respect for the Constitution and prove that the system can still protect democracy. He said the problem is not the law itself, but the unwillingness of leaders to act.
Newsweek contacted the White House for a response, but no comment was provided at the time the article was published.
Calls to impeach Trump have been growing louder as dissatisfaction with his presidency continues. Critics believe impeachment could weaken his reputation, especially with midterm elections approaching. However, many experts say it is unlikely to succeed because Republicans currently hold the majority in Congress and are not expected to support removal.
Trump has already been impeached twice during his first term as president, but both times the Senate voted to clear him. Because of this history and the current balance of power in Congress, many believe another impeachment attempt would face the same outcome.
Several lawmakers have still pushed forward with impeachment efforts. Republican Congressman Dan Bacon suggested that Trump’s comments about taking control of Greenland could lead to impeachment if they caused serious political backlash. Democratic Congressman Al Green has repeatedly tried to impeach Trump, calling him unfit for office and promising to continue his efforts. Representative Shri Thanedar also introduced multiple articles of impeachment, citing issues such as trade policies and government restructuring.
Trump has publicly acknowledged the possibility of being impeached again. He has said that if Republicans perform poorly in the midterm elections, Democrats would likely try to remove him from office. He has described impeachment attempts as unfair and politically motivated.
Political experts say the petition highlights deep divisions in the country. While it shows that many Americans strongly oppose Trump, experts believe the petition alone will not lead to impeachment. Still, supporters see it as an important way to raise awareness, apply public pressure, and express frustration with the current administration.
For now, the petition continues to collect signatures, even though the chances of impeachment in the near future remain low. Supporters say that regardless of the outcome, speaking out is necessary to defend democracy and hold leaders accountable for their actions.
