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Will impeachment witnesses be called in Trump trial? How the decision could impact the proceedings

Posted on by Tyler Olson
Between the start of the arguments on merits Tuesday and the nearly inevitable acquittal of Trump stands one giant unknown that could significantly extend the Senate impeachment trial -- whether there will be witnesses. 

Dems set to prosecute case at Trump impeachment trial amid speculation over which Republicans might convict

Posted on by Tyler Olson
The House impeachment managers will begin their opening arguments on the merits of the impeachment of former President Donald Trump when the chamber convenes at noon on Wednesday, following a 56-44 Senate vote to move ahead with the trial Tuesday.

Jonathan Turley chides Dem impeachment manager Neguse for calling 1992 position ‘recent’

Posted on by Michael Ruiz
Constitutional scholar Jonathan Turley took issue with Rep. Joe Neguse, D-Colorado, Tuesday after the congressman referenced a decades old essay as evidence of “recent” views on whether a former official can still face impeachment.

Trump impeachment manager Raskin delivers tearful speech on family’s experience at Capitol riot

Posted on by Thomas Barrabi
Rep. Jamie Raskin, the House’s lead manager of impeachment proceedings against former President Donald Trump, cited the terror experienced by members of his family during the Jan. 6 Capitol riot during a tearful argument in favor of conviction on the Senate floor on Tuesday afternoon.

As impeachment trial starts, Marjorie Taylor Greene rips Capitol rioters who ‘ruined’ objection plans

Posted on by Tyler Olson
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene denounced the Capitol rioters Tuesday and said they were attacking all lawmakers -- Republicans and Democrats -- when they stormed the Capitol during the Jan. 6 joint session to count electoral votes.

Trump’s impeachment trial: Everything you need to know

Posted on by Tyler Olson
Former President Donald Trump has been out of office for nearly three weeks, but he is still expected to command the full attention of the legislative branch and the country in the coming days as the Senate begins his second impeachment trial, barely one year after his first.

Cheney says she will not resign despite call from state GOP, stands by Trump impeachment vote

Posted on by Ronn Blitzer
House Republican Conference Chair Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyo., said she will remain in office and in her position as one of the highest ranking Republicans in Congress. despite opposition following her vote to impeach former President Donald Trump.

Michigan GOP Rep. Meijer tries to defend anti-Trump impeachment vote, angers voters

Posted on by FOX News
Michigan Rep. Peter Meijer, one of just 10 Republicans who voted to impeach then-President Donald Trump over the deadly attack on the Capitol, defended his decision while taking pointed criticism from voters Wednesday night.

Pelosi rejects Trump impeachment acquittal, says Senate will reveal ‘cowards or courage’

Posted on by Marisa Schultz
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., rejected any notion that former President Trump is headed for a second acquittal in the Senate during his impeachment trial. 

Trump impeachment trial sees wide partisan divide: polls

Posted on by Paul Steinhauser
By a slight majority, Americans want the Senate to convict former President Trump in his upcoming impeachment trial, according to two new national polls. But both surveys show an extremely wide partisan divide over whether Trump should be convicted.