Steve Cohen Introduces Impeachment Articles Against Roberts

Congressman Steve Cohen from Tennessee introduced six formal articles of impeachment against Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts, accusing him of constitutional violations and breaching his judicial oath. The resolution, submitted to Congress, outlines various allegations, including that Roberts has allowed the court to become a political instrument, manipulating decisions to favor Republican outcomes.

Specific cases cited include the landmark ruling in Rucho v. Common Cause, which allegedly enabled partisan gerrymandering, and campaign finance rulings that Cohen argues privilege wealthy donors over ordinary citizens.

Additionally, Cohen points to Roberts' controversial opinion in Trump v. United States, claiming it exempts the president from criminal liability.

The resolution also addresses Roberts' failure to recuse himself from cases involving significant conflicts of interest, particularly concerning his wife, Jane Sullivan Roberts. Despite the gravity of the allegations, Cohen's resolution is expected to face significant political hurdles and is likely to "die a quiet death" in committee.