In recent days, sensational headlines regarding Donald Trump’s “final battle” and a looming Congressional impeachment vote have dominated international news. However, behind these burning titles lies a complex political matrix where the line between legal procedure and media strategy is being blurred. While no fateful vote is scheduled for the immediate future, the reality is even more alarming: Donald Trump is governing under the “Sword of Damocles,” with a series of impeachment resolutions ready to be triggered at any moment.

1. Decoding the Focus: Is Trump About to Be Ousted?

The political reality in Washington today is far from what the public might assume based on clickbait headlines.

• The Truth About the Vote: Currently, there is no final impeachment vote scheduled against Trump. As long as Republicans maintain control of the House, all official impeachment efforts from the Democratic side are blocked at the gates.

• The “Impeachment Library” Strategy: Since the start of Trump’s second term, Democratic lawmakers have filed at least three separate impeachment resolutions (H.Res 353, H.Res 537, H.Res 939). Instead of focusing all efforts on a single strike, they are building a massive dossier of charges—ranging from obstruction of justice to “tyranny”—waiting for the power balance to shift in the 2026 midterm elections.

2. “Substitute Targets”: When the Cabinet Becomes a “War Zone”

While efforts targeting Trump himself are stalled, a real impeachment battle is raging with high intensity against Secretary of Homeland Security Christy Noem.

• Pressure from 140 Lawmakers: Approximately two-thirds of the House Democratic caucus have signed onto a resolution to impeach Christy Noem regarding the deadly shootings in Minneapolis. This is not just an attack on an individual; it is a strategy to “sever the wings” of the Trump administration.

• Indirect Impact: The investigation and potential impeachment of a key cabinet secretary create an atmosphere of chaos, weakening the administration’s ability to govern and raising questions about Trump’s judgment in personnel selection.

3. The 25th Amendment: A Real Weapon or Just Political Theater?

Following controversial statements by Trump regarding international affairs, calls to invoke the 25th Amendment to remove him for “mental incapacity” have resurfaced.

• Immense Legal Barriers: Experts argue that the 25th Amendment is even less feasible than traditional impeachment. It requires a betrayal from Vice President JD Vance and a majority of the cabinet—a scenario almost impossible given the current loyalty of the Trump camp.

• A Media Tool: Mentioning the 25th Amendment primarily serves as a tool for Democrats to publicly cast doubt on Trump’s mental clarity before the electorate, rather than being a practical strategy for removal.

4. What Future for American Politics?

The transformation of the impeachment process marks a new era in the U.S. political landscape.

• The Weaponization of Impeachment: Impeachment is no longer a rarely used “nuclear option” but has become a daily tool in the partisan warfare between the two parties. This could lead to government paralysis and erode trust in democratic institutions.

• The 2026 Midterm Elections: This is the true “final battle.” The outcome of these elections will determine whether those “dormant” impeachment resolutions become live ammunition aimed at Trump’s presidency.

CONCLUSION: A WAR OF ATTRITION

Donald Trump may not be ousted immediately, but he is facing a war of attrition on both media and legal fronts. Every impeachment resolution, even if not passed, represents a new scar on his political legacy and a barrier to significant policy-making.

Washington is in a state of internal “cold war,” where each side waits for the other to stumble before delivering a finishing blow. For Trump, his political survival now depends on holding the House in 2026. If this defensive wall collapses, the scenario of a third impeachment vote will no longer be mere clickbait.