House Majority Leader Steve Scalise warned that Democrats will move to impeach President Trump on day one if they capture the House majority in November's midterm elections, as the GOP fights to maintain control of the chamber.

Scalise told Fox News Digital that Democrats are openly telegraphing their intention to launch immediate impeachment proceedings should they win enough seats to take the speaker's gavel. The Louisiana Republican pointed to statements from progressive members and the party's track record of twice impeaching Trump during his first term.

Democrats Not Hiding Impeachment Plans

Democrats successfully impeached Trump twice when they last held the House majority from 2019 to 2021. Both efforts failed to secure conviction in the Senate, but consumed significant congressional time and resources. If Democrats retake the House in 2026, it would mark their first opportunity since losing control in 2022 to launch new investigative and impeachment efforts.

Articles of impeachment have already been introduced against Trump by rogue Democratic members during the current Congress, though none have advanced due to Republican control. Political observers expect those efforts would accelerate dramatically under a Democratic majority, with committee chairmanships providing subpoena power and investigative resources.

Midterm Stakes for GOP Control

Recent polling shows Trump's approval rating below 40 percent, creating headwinds for House Republicans defending seats in competitive districts. Democrats need to flip only a handful of seats to reclaim the majority, making dozens of Republican-held districts potential targets.

The prospect of renewed impeachment proceedings has become a central GOP talking point in House races nationwide. Republican candidates are emphasizing the chaos and gridlock that would follow a Democratic takeover, arguing that voters should keep the party in power to allow the Trump administration to govern.

House Democrats have already outlined an aggressive oversight agenda should they win the majority, including investigations into Trump administration policies on immigration, federal contracting, and government ethics. Legal experts told The Guardian that Democrats would have a "field day" with Trump inquiries if they capture control of key committees.

Socialist Surge Complicates Democratic Strategy

Scalise's warning comes as Democratic Socialist candidates have notched several high profile primary victories, including Angie Nixon's upset in Florida's Senate race and Abdul El-Sayed's win in Michigan. The progressive wing's growing influence within the party has emboldened calls for aggressive action against Trump if Democrats take power.

Some Democratic strategists privately worry that premature impeachment talk could hurt the party's efforts to win over moderate and independent voters crucial in swing districts. However, progressive activists argue that holding Trump accountable should be a top priority and that the party's base expects swift action.

Trump himself has used the impeachment threat as a fundraising tool, warning supporters that only Republican victories in November can prevent what he calls a partisan witch hunt. His campaign has emphasized the stakes of the midterms as a referendum on allowing his administration to function without constant Democratic investigations.

Control of the House will ultimately determine whether Trump faces a third impeachment effort or whether Republicans can shield him from Democratic oversight for the remainder of his term.