Michigan GOP Files Impeachment Articles Against Secretary Benson

Michigan Republican lawmakers, led by State Rep. James DeSana, have filed articles of impeachment against Democratic Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, accusing her of unlawful election directives, failure to preserve critical election records, and coercion of local election boards. DeSana claims Benson's actions constitute corrupt conduct and abuse of power that undermine public trust in elections. Benson, who is also running for governor, denies the allegations, calling the impeachment effort politically motivated and an abuse of authority designed to improperly access sensitive election information. She expressed willingness to collaborate with House Republicans and judicial mediators to resolve the dispute, emphasizing her commitment to election security. The impeachment resolution faces slim chances of success in the Democratic-led Senate, where a two-thirds majority is required for conviction. Benson's campaign and supporters argue that Republican lawmakers should focus on other pressing state issues instead of what they call election conspiracy pursuits.