Senior House Republicans are expressing doubts about the outcome of their months-long investigation into President Joe Biden, as skepticism grows over the possibility of impeachment. The Republican conference is expected to delay making any official statement regarding the pursuit of articles of impeachment until after the testimonies of Hunter Biden, the president's son, and James Biden, his brother, which are scheduled for later this month.
According to sources within the GOP, approximately 20 House Republicans are not convinced that there is sufficient evidence to proceed with impeachment. With a slim majority, Republicans can only afford to lose two votes, adding to the tension surrounding this issue. The ongoing investigation into President Biden has failed to gain significant traction among certain members of the party.
This skepticism is amplified by several factors. Firstly, there is the concern of a limited number of votes in favor of impeachment due to the Republicans' narrow majority. Secondly, the duration of the investigation has raised questions among some Republicans who argue that it may be more prudent to let the voters decide the fate of President Biden in the upcoming 2024 presidential election rather than pursuing impeachment at this time.
Furthermore, the focus on the southern border crisis has diverted attention away from the investigation into President Biden. House Republicans have redirected their efforts towards impeaching Alejandro Mayorkas, the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, which has added to the momentum against the impeachment inquiry.
Supporters of the investigation, however, emphasize that it is premature to reach a final decision on its outcome. They believe it is essential to refrain from making judgments before all the information has been gathered. Notably, two significant interviews are scheduled for the end of February, with James Biden and Hunter Biden. Proponents of the inquiry argue that these interviews may influence the final decision.
After consulting with approximately a dozen Republican lawmakers and aides, it has become increasingly evident that serious concerns are mounting about the trajectory of the investigation. Doubts are emerging within the Republican Party about the investigation's effectiveness and, ultimately, its conclusion.
As the investigation into President Biden continues, House Republicans must carefully navigate the delicate balance of public opinion, their narrow majority, and the evidentiary threshold required for impeachment. The upcoming testimonies of Hunter Biden and James Biden will likely play a crucial role in determining the future direction of the inquiry.
