25th Amendment explained and how it could remove Donald Trump from office

Some Democrats are calling for consideration of the 25th Amendment following renewed backlash over President Donald Trump’s remarks about taking control of Greenland.

Since returning to office, Trump has insisted that the United States requires Greenland for national security reasons. He has also warned of imposing tariffs on European nations if Denmark refuses to enter negotiations.

These statements have alarmed European officials and triggered criticism within the U.S. Opponents argue that such forceful rhetoric risks damaging alliances and could escalate into a serious international dispute.

As a result, a number of Democratic leaders have openly questioned whether Trump remains capable of fulfilling the responsibilities of the presidency.

The 25th Amendment permits the vice president and a majority of Cabinet members to declare a president unfit for duty, temporarily shifting presidential powers to the vice president.

If the president challenges that decision, Congress can intervene, with a two-thirds vote in both the House and Senate required to maintain the transfer of power.

Although the amendment has never been used to permanently remove a president, figures such as Representative Maxine Waters and Senator Ed Markey have urged discussion of the option, highlighting growing political tension over Trump’s leadership and foreign policy stance.