As the midterm elections approach, Republicans are using the threat of impeachment against Trump as a tool to mobilize their base, despite the fact that Trump is not on the ballot. The GOP is framing the election as a direct battle over whether Democrats will pursue a third impeachment of the former president. However, Democrats appear hesitant to focus on impeachment, with many strategists and elected officials avoiding the topic, citing its limited effectiveness and the risk of playing into Trump’s political narrative. The party’s reluctance is rooted in past experiences, where impeachment attempts did not result in Trump’s removal and instead bolstered his political standing. This divergence in strategy highlights a significant political divide between the two parties, with Republicans leveraging historical grievances to energize their voters and Democrats focusing on broader legislative agendas.