0
0
0
Impeaching John James McConnell Jr., Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island, for high crimes and misdemeanors.
3/26/2025, 12:45 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 241
Bill 119 H.Res. 241 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to impeach John James McConnell Jr., the Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island. The resolution accuses McConnell of committing high crimes and misdemeanors, which are serious offenses that are grounds for impeachment according to the US Constitution.
The resolution does not provide specific details about the alleged high crimes and misdemeanors committed by McConnell. However, it is clear that the members of Congress who introduced the resolution believe that McConnell's actions warrant impeachment.
Impeachment is a process by which a government official can be removed from office for misconduct. In this case, if the resolution is passed by the House of Representatives, McConnell would face a trial in the Senate, where he could be removed from his position as Chief Judge. It is important to note that impeachment is a serious and rare process in the United States, and it requires strong evidence of wrongdoing. The introduction of this resolution indicates that there are serious concerns about McConnell's conduct as Chief Judge of the District of Rhode Island. Overall, Bill 119 H.Res. 241 is a significant development in the US Congress, as it represents a potential effort to hold a high-ranking judicial official accountable for alleged misconduct.
The resolution does not provide specific details about the alleged high crimes and misdemeanors committed by McConnell. However, it is clear that the members of Congress who introduced the resolution believe that McConnell's actions warrant impeachment.
Impeachment is a process by which a government official can be removed from office for misconduct. In this case, if the resolution is passed by the House of Representatives, McConnell would face a trial in the Senate, where he could be removed from his position as Chief Judge. It is important to note that impeachment is a serious and rare process in the United States, and it requires strong evidence of wrongdoing. The introduction of this resolution indicates that there are serious concerns about McConnell's conduct as Chief Judge of the District of Rhode Island. Overall, Bill 119 H.Res. 241 is a significant development in the US Congress, as it represents a potential effort to hold a high-ranking judicial official accountable for alleged misconduct.
Read the Full Bill
Current Status of Bill HRES 241
Bill HRES 241 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 24, 2025. Bill HRES 241 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 24, 2025. Bill HRES 241's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of March 24, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 241
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
2Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
9Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
9Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 241
Primary Policy Focus
LawAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 241
Impeaching John James McConnell Jr., Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island, for high crimes and misdemeanors.
Impeaching John James McConnell Jr., Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island, for high crimes and misdemeanors.
Comments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 241
Latest Bills
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices.
Bill HJRES 1September 5, 2026
Nitrous Oxide Safety Act of 2026
Bill HR 7945September 5, 2026
To provide for the transfer of administrative jurisdiction over certain Federal land in the State of California, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 8454September 5, 2026
Indian Health Service Emergency Claims Parity Act
Bill HR 8658September 4, 2026
Stronger Engagement for Indian Health Needs Act of 2025
Bill HR 741September 4, 2026
Archie Cavanaugh Migratory Bird Treaty Clarification Act
Bill HR 6021September 4, 2026
Crow Tribe Water Rights Settlement Amendments Act of 2025
Bill HR 726September 4, 2026
Fair Treatment of Religious Organizations Act of 2026
Bill HR 9722September 4, 2026
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027
Bill HR 6500September 4, 2026
Bonuses for Cost-Cutters Act of 2025
Bill S 2732September 4, 2026





