Progressive House members are increasingly moving away from "performative" impeachment efforts against President Trump, a significant shift from his first term. This change reflects a desire for "meaningful accountability" and a focus on "material changes," rather than mere political messaging. Incoming Democratic House members like Darializa Avila Chevalier and Melat Kiros emphasize that accountability must lead to tangible results, not just symbolic actions. Rep. Delia Ramirez echoes this sentiment, stating that impeachment shouldn't be a mere "political messaging strategy" and that people desire "justice and real accountability." Similarly, Rep. Analilia Mejia advocates for investigating department heads and "bad actors" across the board, prioritizing impact over "performative" gestures. She believes the "performative may feel nice, but in the end will not bear the kind of fruit that the American people deserve." Rep. Rashida Tlaib also emphasizes the need for the House Oversight Committee to press for "real accountability and consequences for this corrupt administration's crimes." This evolving perspective aligns with Democratic leaders who view impeachment as a serious tool, not a foregone conclusion. The shift is partially influenced by the mixed results of past impeachment attempts and a changing party base that favors broader anti-establishment ideals over singular anti-Trump crusades. While Trump himself may be less of a target, his cabinet members, such as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, remain potential subjects of accountability efforts.