It is important to note that while only eight governors have been removed from power after impeachment, many more have been accused of crimes and were either acquitted or voluntarily resigned from office because their states do not allow convicted felons to hold elected office. “By doing so, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has deliberately and recklessly aided our enemies in illegal entry to the state, committing illegal activities and endangering the safety of its citizens,” the Change.org petition by John Daniel states. House Speaker Brian Egolf (D), who holds the authority to launch investigations, said “forget about it” when asked about the petition to initiate impeachment proceedings, The Associated Press reported. Be in the know. / CBS/AP. Impeachment in New Mexico requires a majority vote of all House members. He was found guilty of one count. Lujan Grisham, the state's first Latina Democratic governor, gave her announcement last week just hours before the president delivered his State of the Union address. He holds the authority to initiate House investigations. "However, I recognize and appreciate the legitimate concerns of residents and officials in southwestern New Mexico, particularly Hidalgo County, who have asked for our assistance, as migrants and asylum-seekers continue to appear at their doorstep. ", “By doing so, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has deliberately and recklessly aided our enemies in illegal entry to the state, committing illegal activities and endangering the safety of its citizens,” the, Biden pick creates furor, underscoring bitterness over Obama immigration policy, Buttigieg, former officials added to Biden's transition team, No documents? The Illinois House of Representatives voted to impeach Rod Blagojevich, a Democrat, in January 2009. California Gov. 5-3-2016 David Derringer. Gavin Newsom (D) is also preparing a similar move, withdrawing about 260 of the 360 troops at the border. Frederick W. Strudwick, a former Klan leader, introduced the resolution calling for Holden's impeachment for high crimes and misdemeanors in 1890; the House approved eight articles of impeachment. Michelle Lujan GrishamMichelle Lynn Lujan GrishamBiden pick creates furor, underscoring bitterness over Obama immigration policy Buttigieg, former officials added to Biden's transition team No documents? He was impeached again in 1929 and convicted of one charge, general incompetency. Butler, a Republican, was the first governor of Nebraska. An online petition seeks to impeach Gov. Lujan Grisham challenged Trump’s authority when she removed most National Guard members stationed at the New Mexico-Mexico border, according to the online petition. Frederick W. Strudwick, a former Klan leader, introduced the resolution calling for Holden's impeachment for high crimes and misdemeanors in 1890; the House approved eight articles of impeachment. Holden, considered the most controversial state figure during Reconstruction, was instrumental in organizing the Republican party in the state. “Gov. The Hill 1625 K Street, NW Suite 900 Washington DC 20006 | 202-628-8500 tel | 202-628-8503 fax. And Gov. They include Govs.