Pennsylvania Supreme Court Rules on Krasner Impeachment

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ruled that the impeachment attempt against Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner, initiated by the Republican-controlled House in 2022, has expired with the end of that legislative session, rendering it 'null and void.' This decision affirms a previous ruling from the Commonwealth Court that found the impeachment allegations unconstitutional and highlights the independence of the judicial system. Krasner's attorney emphasized that the ruling protects the votes of Philadelphia citizens, reflecting a broader trend of backlash against progressive prosecutors. However, State Rep. Craig Williams expressed that the Supreme Court did not resolve the substance of the allegations against Krasner, leaving questions about potential misconduct unanswered. Notably, Krasner has faced criticism for his progressive policies but was overwhelmingly reelected in 2021 without any criminal charges or sanctions. This ruling raises questions about the future of impeachment attempts against locally elected officials in Pennsylvania.