President Joe Biden addressed the House Republicans’ impeachment investigation during a Democratic fundraiser in Virginia on Wednesday, implying that their goal was to shut down the federal government. Shortly after Speaker Kevin McCarthy announced the beginning of an investigation into the President’s impeachment, Biden made his remarks. This action by House Republicans went hand in hand with their attempts to win votes for funding the government and prevent a possible government shutdown.
During his statement, President Biden remarked, “The best I can tell is they want to impeach me because they want to shut down the government,” displaying a steadfast commitment to his duties. He also mentioned Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who is a well-known supporter of his main opponent, former President Donald Trump, going into the 2024 election. He said, underscoring the partisan nature of the proceedings, “The first day she was elected, the first thing she wanted to do was impeach Biden.”
President Biden made a point of reiterating his dedication to tackling the urgent problems that everyday affect the citizens of the United States. He reminded his audience of his employment by saying, “Look, I’ve got a job,” highlighting the significance of his position in government.
Hunter Biden, the president’s son, and the family’s financial troubles are at the center of McCarthy’s decision to open an impeachment investigation on Biden. Republicans who had previously opposed the idea have now come around, with one group calling for quick action while others fear the investigation may go on well into the 2024 election cycle.
On Wednesday, Speaker McCarthy called a secret gathering of House Republicans to which he explained the justification for the impeachment investigation demanded by former President Trump. McCarthy is under pressure from Trump’s supporters on the right and is already thinking about potential charges, such as abuse of authority, corruption, and obstruction, for potential articles of impeachment. This is a critical time for McCarthy politically.