GOP lawmaker unveils historic move to ‘expunge’ both ‘maliciously false’ impeachments against Trump Representative Darrell Issa has introduced a resolution, H.Res.1211, to formally expunge both impeachments of former President Donald Trump from the House of Representatives’ records. Issa argues that the impeachments were based on “knowingly false” claims and partisan motives, with newly declassified information and procedural flaws undermining their legitimacy. While supporters contend the House has the authority to correct its records, critics argue that expungement is largely symbolic and cannot erase the historical fact of an impeachment.

• Rep. Darrell Issa has introduced House Resolution 1211 to expunge both of President Donald Trump’s impeachments.
• Issa claims the impeachments were based on “knowingly false” information and partisan attempts to damage Trump’s reputation.
• The resolution cites newly declassified material suggesting the 2019 impeachment was based on unreliable and politically biased information.
• It also argues the 2021 impeachment was rushed and lacked due process, with no full evidentiary process or witnesses.
• Supporters believe the House has the power to expunge prior actions as part of its authority over its records.
• Critics suggest expungement is symbolic and cannot erase the historical fact of an impeachment.
• House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan supports the resolution, calling the impeachments a “sham.”
• Over 20 House Republicans are listed as cosponsors of the resolution.