Former CIA Director Calls for Trump's Removal Using 25th Amendment
Ex-CIA director calls for ousting Trump: ‘25th amendment was written with him in mind’
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John Brennan, former CIA director under President Barack Obama, has joined calls for the removal of President Donald Trump, asserting that the 25th Amendment was designed with him in mind. Brennan cited Trump's dangerous rhetoric towards Iran as justification for his ousting, highlighting concerns over his capability to serve as commander in chief.
- 01John Brennan argues that the 25th Amendment was intended for Trump due to his volatility.
- 02Brennan's comments come amid increasing calls from Democrats for Trump's removal.
- 03More than 70 Democrats in Congress have expressed support for invoking the 25th Amendment.
- 04Brennan is currently under investigation by Trump's Justice Department.
- 05The likelihood of the 25th Amendment being invoked remains extremely low.
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John Brennan, who served as the director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) during Barack Obama's presidency, has publicly called for the removal of President Donald Trump, claiming that the 25th Amendment was specifically crafted with Trump in mind. In a recent interview, he criticized Trump's aggressive statements regarding Iran, particularly a warning that the country's 'whole civilization will die tonight' if it does not comply with his demands. Brennan described Trump as 'clearly unhinged' and a significant liability given his access to nuclear weapons. This statement aligns with a growing movement among Democrats, with over 70 members of Congress advocating for the invocation of the 25th Amendment, which permits the vice president and a majority of the cabinet to remove the president if deemed unable to fulfill his duties. Despite the mounting pressure, the likelihood of this action occurring is minimal, largely due to the unwavering loyalty Trump receives from his Vice President JD Vance and cabinet members. Brennan's remarks are particularly notable as he is currently under investigation by the Justice Department, which has been scrutinizing him and former FBI director James Comey. The investigation's status remains ongoing, adding another layer of complexity to the political landscape surrounding Trump's presidency.
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Brennan's call for Trump's removal highlights significant divisions within U.S. politics and raises concerns about national security and governance.
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