SE Valley Times

Congressman Andy Biggs has introduced a resolution aimed at removing James Boasberg, the Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. The resolution alleges that Judge Boasberg failed to uphold the constitutional "good behavior" standard required of federal judges.

The U.S. Constitution, specifically Article III, Section 1, empowers Congress to establish lower federal courts and stipulates that judges serve during periods of good behavior. This constitutional clause is distinct from the provision allowing impeachment of officials for “Treason, Bribery, or other high Crimes and Misdemeanors.”

According to the resolution presented by Congressman Biggs, Judge Boasberg interfered with former President Trump's foreign policy actions and targeted him for partisan reasons. "We cannot stand by while activist judges who incorrectly believe they have more authority than the duly-elected President of the United States, impose their own political agenda on the American people," said Congressman Biggs.

He further explained his decision by stating, "I have cosponsored resolutions to impeach Judge Boasberg. His removal from office via impeachment, however, will undoubtedly be blocked by Democrats in the Senate, since it requires a two-thirds majority. My resolution, on the other hand, asserts, pursuant to Article III, Section 1, that rogue judges may be removed the same way we confirm them—by a simple majority."

Biggs contends that Judge Boasberg "abused his judicial authority for political gain" and violated the Good Behavior Clause of the Constitution. "He must not be permitted to remain in his position. Congress has a duty to fulfill the promises we’ve made to the American people, including defending the President’s authority to enforce our laws," Biggs stated.

Further details of the resolution are accessible, with the legislation drawing media attention.