CSG Representatives Walk Out Over Failed Impeachment

Protest follows unsuccessful attempt to remove Tylor Fioritto from student government

Apr. 3, 2026 at 5:21am

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A dimly lit, cinematic painting of an empty student government meeting room, with warm sunlight streaming in through the windows and casting deep shadows across the chairs and table, conveying a sense of unease and unresolved conflict.The walkout by CSG representatives reflects the unresolved tensions and systemic issues within the student government around addressing allegations of misconduct.Ann Arbor Today

Representatives in the University of Michigan's Central Student Government organized a walk-out during a recent meeting, following the failed impeachment of CSG representative Tylor Fioritto. The protest came after the Central Student Judiciary rejected Fioritto's removal from office, finding his actions did not meet the standard for impeachable conduct. The representatives cited concerns over how the University and CSG handle harassment cases.

Why it matters

The walkout highlights ongoing tensions and systemic issues within the student government, particularly around how it addresses allegations of harassment and misconduct. The case raises questions about the effectiveness of CSG's disciplinary processes and the University's response to student concerns.

The details

In February, Fioritto was impeached in a 40-2 Student Assembly vote for alleged harassment against another Assembly member. However, the Central Student Judiciary later rejected the impeachment, finding his actions did not meet the standard. During Tuesday's CSG meeting, a majority of representatives refused to state their attendance during roll call and walked out of the room in protest. They gathered in the hall and cited concerns over how the University and CSG handle harassment cases. After less than 10 minutes, the representatives re-entered the meeting and met quorum to resume the proceedings.

  • In February, Fioritto was impeached in a 40-2 Student Assembly vote.
  • On March 27, the Central Student Judiciary rejected Fioritto's removal from office.
  • On April 1, the CSG representatives organized a walkout during their Tuesday evening meeting.

The players

Tylor Fioritto

A Rackham student and CSG representative who was the subject of an unsuccessful impeachment attempt.

Sadie Malik

An LSA freshman and CSG representative who said the walkout aims to highlight systemic issues that allow harassment to persist on campus.

Erin Neely

A Rackham student and CSG representative who read a statement on behalf of an anonymous woman alleging Fioritto harassed her during her freshman year.

Central Student Judiciary

The body that must confirm impeachments within the Central Student Government and rejected the attempt to remove Fioritto from office.

Central Student Government

The student government organization at the University of Michigan where the walkout and impeachment proceedings took place.

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What they’re saying

“Essentially, what we're looking to do is draw attention to the perpetual systems that allow for people who have bad behavior in terms of sexism, racism — all these types of harassment — to continue doing that without actually addressing victims' concerns. We're just trying to show that there is an issue here, and it's an issue that impacts everyone.”

— Sadie Malik, CSG representative

“We have an opportunity here to stop the path we've been charting. From the recording bans to the public conduct to targeting members' families. We have the opportunity to end that once and for all. It's the 16th assembly, and I understand there's a lot of overlap, obviously — like I think the majority of people are still going to be here — but we can set ourselves apart.”

— Tylor Fioritto, CSG representative

“Here's the thing: My reputation has already been tainted; the well's already been poisoned. That's all that matters. It doesn't matter what the truth is. You don't like me. If you don't like me already, you're going to believe it. … It's literally made up. And I will be taking legal action either against CSG itself or this individual, because it's completely faceless. And the fact that people are clapping for this as if this is some just moment when it's totally BS, it's ridiculous.”

— Tylor Fioritto, CSG representative

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Tylor Fioritto to remain in his CSG representative position.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges student governments face in addressing allegations of misconduct and harassment, as well as the need for more transparent and effective disciplinary processes. It also raises questions about how universities can better support students who come forward with complaints.