1. United States
2. Ill.
3. Letter

I am writing to urge you to cosign the discharge petition for House Resolution 353 by April 23, 2026. This resolution, introduced by Representative Thanedar on May 13, 2025, seeks to impeach Donald John Trump for high crimes and misdemeanors. The April 23rd deadline is critical, and your signature on this discharge petition is necessary to bring this matter to a floor vote. As your constituent, I believe accountability for alleged high crimes and misdemeanors is fundamental to our constitutional system. H. Res. 353 has been introduced under the privileged resolution process pursuant to clause 2(a)(1) of rule IX, but it requires sufficient support through a discharge petition to move forward for consideration by the full House. Without the necessary signatures by the April 23rd deadline, this resolution will remain stalled, denying the American people the transparent debate and vote they deserve on this matter. The discharge petition mechanism exists precisely for situations where leadership may be reluctant to bring important matters to the floor. By signing this petition, you would be exercising your independent judgment as a representative and ensuring that this constitutional question receives the full consideration it warrants. Your constituents are watching closely to see whether you will take action on this matter or allow it to languish without a vote. I want to be clear about the stakes. If you do not cosign this discharge petition by April 23, 2026, I and other constituents in this district will remember your inaction when you seek reelection. We need representatives who will act decisively on matters of constitutional accountability, not those who avoid difficult votes. Your signature on this discharge petition is a test of whether you truly represent the interests and values of your constituents. I expect a response indicating your position on this discharge petition before the April 23rd deadline.