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Democrat Patrick Leahy, 80, said in a statement: "When I preside over the impeachment trial of former president Donald Trump, I will not waver from my constitutional and sworn obligations to administer the trial with fairness, in accordance with the Constitution and the laws." … [Read more...] about Donald Trump impeachment article set to be delivered amid fears of further unrest

Democrat Patrick Leahy, 80, said in a statement: "When I preside over the impeachment trial of former president Donald Trump, I will not waver from my constitutional and sworn obligations to administer the trial with fairness, in accordance with the Constitution and the laws." … [Read more...] about Donald Trump impeachment article is delivered amid fears of further unrest

Another key difference between the upcoming trial and Trump's first impeachment is the party control of the U.S. Democrats essentially took over the chamber on January 20 when Vice President Kamala Harris administered the oath of office to three incoming Democrats, splitting the chamber 50–50. Harris will be responsible for casting a tie-breaking vote as president of the Senate. … [Read more...] about How Donald Trump’s Second Impeachment Trial Will Be Different From His First

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) announced Friday that the Senate had “made good progress in our efforts to determine the timing and structure of the impeachment trial” and said that the two-week window allows time for the Senate to continue its focus on cabinet hearings and the next coronavirus relief bill. … [Read more...] about House Submits Trump Impeachment Article to Senate; Trial to Begin in 2 Weeks

Raskin read the charge against Trump, for inciting the insurrection at the Capitol. Pro-Trump rioters overran police barricades and stormed into the complex as lawmakers met to certify the electoral votes in favor of Joe Biden. Raskin cited Trump’s statement at a rally before the riot in which he said, “if you don’t fight like hell, you’re not going to have a country anymore.” Five people died in the attack. … [Read more...] about House Managers Deliver Article Of Impeachment To Senate, Setting Stage For Another Trial Of Donald Trump

"We fight like hell," Trump told the rally crowd, "and if you don't fight like hell, you're not going to have a country anymore." Some rally attendees then walked to the Capitol building where Congress was certifying the Electoral College win of President Joe Biden. Members of a mob breached the Capitol, forcing lawmakers to go into hiding. Five individuals died in connection with the riot, including one Capitol police officer. … [Read more...] about Nearly 60% of Americans Want Donald Trump Barred From Holding Public Office Again: Poll