Emanuel advises Democrats to skip impeachment and focus on ethics overhaul if they win House

Former Chicago mayor and ex-White House chief of staff Rahm Emanuel appeared on a Sunday news program to argue that Democrats should not attempt to impeach Donald Trump even if they secure control of the House of Representatives next month. He described impeachment as a dead-end “food fight” that would only reinforce public cynicism about Washington, and urged the party to channel its energy into a sweeping ethics reform package that leverages current investigations.

His remarks arrive as Democrats enjoy a sizable lead in the House race, needing only a few more toss-up seats to claim a majority. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has avoided committing to impeachment, emphasizing instead policies to lower the cost of living. Emanuel, who is rumored to be eyeing a 2028 presidential run, also highlighted internal party debates, praising moderate candidates while distancing himself from far-left proposals.