A Utah Republican lawmaker has introduced a resolution to impeach a state judge who struck down a GOP-drawn congressional map in favor of one that would make at least one of the state's four congressional seats—currently held by Republicans —more competitive for the Democrats .

"I have opened a bill to file articles of impeachment against Judge Gibson for gross abuse of power, violating the separation of powers, and failing to uphold her oath of office to the Utah Constitution," state representative Matt MacPherson wrote on X.

Newsweek has contacted MacPherson and Judge Gibson for comment via email.

Why It Matters

The impeachment push highlights the growing clash between the legislative and judicial branches in Utah and reflects a broader national trend of partisan battles o

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