JUST IN: Reports indicate President Donald Trump is urging congressional Republicans to support a resolution that would remove references to his two impeachments

Republican lawmakers backing the resolution reportedly contend that the impeachment proceedings unfairly targeted Trump and continue to be used as a political weapon. They argue that Congress has the authority to express its position on past actions and to clarify its view of the historical record.

Democrats and critics, however, are expected to oppose the proposal, arguing that impeachments are constitutional actions that form a permanent part of American history regardless of later political developments. They maintain that any attempt to remove or diminish references to the impeachments could set a controversial precedent regarding congressional records.

The resolution’s prospects remain uncertain, as lawmakers debate both its legal implications and its symbolic significance. Even if approved by the House and Senate, questions may remain regarding the extent to which historical records can be altered or reinterpreted.