
A recent social media post by conservative commentator Bill Mitchell has ignited discussion regarding U.S. Representative Al Green's potential ascent to Democratic leadership, drawing attention to his persistent efforts to impeach former President Donald Trump. Mitchell's tweet, posted on November 22, 2025, sarcastically stated, "> 😂 LMAO! Dems eyeing Rep. Al Green as new leader - the guy who tried (and bombed) impeaching Trump a zillion times! 'You're looking at Democratic Leadership!' Epic fail incoming. Good luck! #DemsClownShow #MAGA." This commentary positions Green's past actions as a central theme in any potential leadership consideration.
Representative Green, a Democrat from Texas's 9th Congressional District, has been a vocal critic of Donald Trump throughout his presidency and beyond. He notably introduced articles of impeachment against Trump on multiple occasions, with reports indicating at least five such attempts. Green's staunch opposition also led to an incident in March 2025 where he was removed from the House chamber for heckling President Trump during an address to a joint session of Congress, shouting, "you have no mandate," according to reports.
Despite the social media speculation, recent news surrounding Rep. Green has primarily focused on his electoral future amidst Texas redistricting challenges. Following a federal injunction striking down a new congressional map, Green announced his intention to run in the redrawn 18th Congressional District for the 2026 election. He stated, "I will run from the place where my home is," indicating his flexibility based on the final district lines.
While Rep. Green has a long record of public service and advocacy for civil rights, including his tenure as president of the Houston Branch of the NAACP, there have been no official announcements or confirmed reports from Democratic Party leadership or reputable news outlets regarding him being "eyed as new leader." His political activities have recently centered on navigating the complex redistricting landscape in Texas, which has significantly altered his traditional constituency. The tweet by Bill Mitchell appears to be a politically charged commentary, leveraging Green's well-known history of opposing Trump to fuel a narrative about Democratic Party choices.