Tag: Impeachment

"Have you met President Trump?"

"Your letter only confirms what is known to everyone: you cannot prove your allegations against the 45th President of the Union States, who is now a private citizen."

"We would propose that you provide your testimony (of course including cross-examination) as early as Monday, February 8, 2021, and not later than Thursday, February 11, 2021."

Pelosi is suggesting that it is still an open question as to whether there will be enough Republicans who decide to vote to convict Trump.

He said there is a "some pain and some opportunity."

"It would be insane to do that."

"Fairness is going to dictate the witnesses that I believe will be called in this trial."

"Either you stand with the republic or against it."

"I think the president should be tried... anything past that is something we can discuss."

"It is denied that the 45th President engaged in insurrection or rebellion against the United States."

"We must protect the Republic from any future dangerous attacks he could level against our constitutional order."

"You open up Pandora’s box if you call one witness."

One of Trump's recently hired lawyers called the process "completely unconstitutional."

Here is an overview of the once-academic debate that has taken on new importance.

Meanwhile, 41% of respondents said Trump should be acquitted.

"I believe that this simply should not have happened."

His new team will have just over a week to get ready before the trial begins Feb. 9.

"It is an honor to represent the 45th president, Donald J. Trump, and the United States Constitution."

Lawmakers on the Republican right flank are aiming to remove Cheney, the daughter of former Vice President Dick Cheney, as the party's No. 3 in the House.

"I have said with regard to the president's comments that day that they were partially responsible for the horrible violence on Capitol Hill."