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This resolution directs the impeachment of Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, alleging multiple instances of misconduct in her official role. The resolution presents three primary articles of impeachment: first, that Benson repeatedly exceeded her statutory authority and violated the Michigan Constitution by issuing election-related guidance and instructions without proper legislative procedures, including challenging court rulings and potentially interfering with judicial processes; second, that she failed to adequately address public concerns about election security, including questions about electronic voting records, poll book data management, and election machinery testing, potentially violating state and federal record retention laws; and third, that she demonstrated a lack of transparency and communication, allegedly blocking constituents on social media and threatening local election officials who questioned her directives. The resolution argues that these actions constitute corrupt conduct in office and violations of her oath, and it calls for her impeachment and removal from office, with the House of Representatives authorized to select three members to prosecute the impeachment proceeding, as provided by the Michigan Constitution.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HR-0118