The conflict was further highlighted during early 2007 by Băsescu's preliminary impeachment by Parliament, a measure supported by the National Liberal Party of Premier Călin Popescu-Tăriceanu, the PSD, the Conservative Party, the Greater Romania Party, and the Democratic Union of Hungarians, and ultimately resolved in Băsescu's benefit by an impeachment referendum.
The conflict between President Băsescu and various political parties escalated during early 2007, culminating in a preliminary impeachment process by Parliament that was supported by several political parties. This effort ultimately failed in Băsescu's favor due to a subsequent referendum.