A surprising voice has entered the political fray, urging Democrats to abandon further attempts to impeach former President Donald Trump. Sports broadcasting giant Stephen A. Smith, known for his fiery takes on the sports world, delivered a blunt assessment on his SiriusXM show, “Straight Shooter,” questioning the strategic value of continued impeachment efforts.
Smith didn’t mince words, expressing outright frustration with the ongoing debate. He argued that pursuing impeachment is a distraction from more pressing national concerns, asking a fundamental question: what tangible benefit does another impeachment attempt offer the country?
The discussion ignited after a caller inquired about the possibility of Democrats impeaching both Trump and Vice President JD Vance. Smith’s response was immediate and forceful – let it go. He believes focusing on past grievances only fuels a narrative of persecution among Trump’s supporters.
Trump himself has anticipated this possibility, reportedly predicting Democrats would seek impeachment should they regain control of the House. Smith fears this expectation is a self-fulfilling prophecy, handing Republicans ammunition to portray themselves as victims of political attacks.
Smith pointedly highlighted the previous impeachment proceedings, noting that despite twice being impeached by the House, Trump was acquitted by the Senate. He emphasized the irony of the situation – convicted on multiple felony counts, yet still able to return to a position of power.
He questioned the logic of repeatedly pursuing impeachment when previous attempts failed to yield the desired outcome. Smith’s frustration was palpable, asking how many convictions are enough, and what purpose is served by continuing down this path.
Smith’s call to action is clear: Democrats should cease what he considers a wasteful expenditure of time and energy. He believes their focus should be on addressing the challenges facing the nation, rather than revisiting past controversies.
Interestingly, Smith even alluded to his own potential entry into the political arena, stating he feels he has “no choice” but to consider a presidential run. This adds another layer of intrigue to his outspoken stance on the impeachment issue.
