CAPITOL CRISIS: Supreme Court Challenges Trump’s Power While Impeachment Rumors Set Washington Ablaze

Washington is currently gripped by an unprecedented constitutional showdown as the U.S. Supreme Court begins scrutinizing the legal foundations of President Donald Trump’s executive orders, while explosive rumors of a “judicial order” commanding the impeachment of the President spread like wildfire across social media. The dramatic developments have not only shaken the political establishment but also captured global attention, spotlighting the signature bold and confrontational leadership style of the former and current President.

On January 5, 2026, long lines formed outside the Supreme Court building as justices heard oral arguments in a case that could fundamentally reshape the American economy: Does the President possess unilateral authority to impose international tariffs? Justice Amy Coney Barrett fired pointed questions at Trump administration lawyer John Sauer, stressing that permitting the President to seize control of the “power of the purse”—a power explicitly reserved for Congress—would effectively “nullify” the separation of powers. The administration argued that these measures constitute “regulatory fees” rather than taxes, but the bench appeared deeply skeptical of this expansive view of executive authority.

Amid the courtroom battle, sensational rumors have circulated widely claiming that 92-year-old Federal Judge Alvin Hellerstein issued an emergency decree “ordering” Congress to initiate impeachment proceedings against President Trump within 48 hours. Legal experts and video analysis, however, have clarified the truth: Under the U.S. Constitution, only the House of Representatives holds the “sole power of impeachment.” The judiciary has no authority to command the legislative branch to act. The rumor originated from Judge Hellerstein’s current role presiding over the Venezuela operations case, during which he delivered extraordinarily harsh criticism of Trump’s actions from the bench.

Although the so-called “judicial order” is misinformation, the real impeachment pressure in Congress is very much alive. House Resolution H.RES 353 has been introduced with more than 210 co-sponsors. The charges center on serious allegations, including:

• Violations of the War Powers Act by launching military strikes in Venezuela without congressional approval
• Fabricated intelligence, supported by explosive testimony from witness Hugo Carvajal, who claims the “narco-state” narrative against Maduro was a scripted CIA operation

In a parallel development, the Trump administration scored a significant legal victory as the Supreme Court signaled its intention to limit the ability of individual district judges to issue sweeping “nationwide injunctions.” This means a single local judge will find it much more difficult to freeze an entire presidential policy nationwide, as has frequently occurred in the past, giving the administration greater leeway to implement executive decisions.

Washington remains deeply divided between complex legal realities and viral misinformation. As President Trump continues to push the boundaries of executive power through bold decrees, the counterbalancing “firewall” of Congress and the Supreme Court is producing a historic confrontation. This clash is more than just a power struggle—it reflects the defining characteristic of Trump’s leadership: a relentless willingness to test constitutional limits in pursuit of an “America First” agenda.

The Capitol Crisis continues to dominate headlines, with every move from the Supreme Court, Congress, and developments related to Venezuela capable of dramatically shifting the American political landscape in the months ahead.