Alex Jones Demands 25th Amendment to Oust Trump Over Iran Ultimatum
In a dramatic reversal, far-right conspiracy theorist Alex Jones has publicly called for invoking the 25th Amendment to remove President Donald Trump from office. This unprecedented move comes in response to Trump's escalating threats against Iran, which Jones described as crossing a dangerous line.
"How Do We 25th Amendment His Ass?"
During Monday's episode of "The Alex Jones Show," Jones posed the provocative question to his guest, attorney Robert Barnes. "The Democrats and them in the midterms. That's a side issue now, compared to existential threat. How do we 25th Amendment his ass?" Jones declared, signaling a major break from his previous unwavering support for the president.
The 25th Amendment provides a mechanism for removing a sitting president who is deemed unable to discharge the duties of office, transferring power to the vice president. Jones' call aligns with growing Democratic suggestions to invoke this constitutional provision following Trump's ultimatum to Iran.
Trump's "Unhinged Super Villain" Rhetoric
The president's threats intensified dramatically, with Trump warning that "a whole civilization will die tonight" if Iran fails to meet his 8 p.m. ET Tuesday deadline to open the Strait of Hormuz. Jones responded forcefully on social media platform X, comparing Trump to "an unhinged super villain from a Marvel comic movie."
"The definition of genocide is destroying an entire civilization/people!" Jones wrote. "This IS NOT WHAT WE VOTED FOR!!!" His guest Barnes warned that carrying out such threats could constitute war crimes, telling Jones, "If he follows through on that, the whole world is screwed."
Conservative Backlash and Internal Division
Jones is not alone in his concerns. Several prominent conservative voices have echoed his alarm about Trump's Iran stance:
- Candace Owens labeled Trump "a genocidal lunatic"
- Former Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene told followers, "We cannot kill an entire civilization"
- Barnes warned of potential global blowback from an extinction-level event
However, Barnes noted practical challenges, explaining that "to get the 25th Amendment, it's harder than impeachment." He suggested an alternative approach where officials would "tackle Trump and let him pretend he's president and publicly report that he's going through a health issue" while Vice President JD Vance assumes control.
Jones' Stunning Reversal Sparks Loyalist Fury
Jones acknowledged the significance of his position, telling Barnes, "I've known you for a long time. You've never called for an internal coup before." This break from Trump has already sparked backlash from Trump loyalists, most notably Laura Loomer, who condemned Jones' stance as "an incredible act of disloyalty."
"Disgusting. They are spewing the same talking points as the left," Loomer wrote on X, highlighting the deepening fractures within conservative circles over Trump's foreign policy approach.
The controversy underscores how Trump's aggressive Iran stance has created unexpected alliances and divisions, with traditional political boundaries blurring as concerns about potential war crimes and global stability take precedence over partisan loyalty.
