The U.S. House of Representatives moved into the voting phase of the impeachment trial against former President Donald Trump on Wednesday evening. Members began announcing their positions on the articles of impeachment, which allege abuse of power and obstruction of Congress.
House Speaker Mike Johnson presided over the session, which saw both dramatic speeches and procedural disputes. "This is a solemn moment for our democracy," Johnson said as he opened the voting process.
The impeachment trial represents only the fourth time in U.S. history that a president has faced such proceedings. Trump, who served from 2017 to 2025, previously survived two impeachment trials during his presidency.
Legal experts note that conviction and removal from office are unlikely, as the Senate would require a two-thirds majority vote. However, the House can still impeach with a simple majority, which appears likely given current party alignments.
The voting is expected to continue through Thursday, with final results anticipated by Friday. Regardless of outcome, the proceedings have already prompted intense debate about presidential accountability and constitutional limits.