Trump impeachment trial to begin with rules fight, long days
Posted on AllSides January 21st, 2020
From The Left
President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial is set to unfold at the Capitol, a contentious proceeding over whether to remove him from office for pressuring Ukraine to investigate his Democratic rivals and obstructing Congress’ ensuing investigation.
As the Senate reconvenes with Chief Justice John Roberts presiding, a first test will come midday Tuesday when the session gavels open to vote on Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s proposed rules for debate.
More than procedure is at stake: Trump’s presidency is on the line, and the nation is deeply divided just weeks before...