Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel urged Democrats to prioritize ethics reform over pursuing a third impeachment of President Trump if they regain control of Congress following the midterm elections. He argued that holding the current administration accountable—something the Republican-led Congress has so far declined to do—should be the focus. The call comes as Democrats weigh their next steps in oversight amid ongoing political divisions. Emanuel’s remarks highlight the tension between pursuing legal action against Trump and addressing broader governance concerns.


Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel (D) on Sunday pushed Democrats to focus on ethics reform instead of a third impeachment of President Trump if they win back power in Congress after the midterm elections. “I'm for the investigations. Hold this administration accountable, which is what the Republican Congress and Senate has refused to do, which...