Fox news impeachment update
Here's an update on the impeachment inquiry and trial of President Donald Trump:
Latest Developments:
- The House Judiciary Committee has approved two articles of impeachment against President Trump, charging him with abuse of power and obstruction of Congress.
- The full House of Representatives is expected to vote on the articles of impeachment in the coming days.
- The Senate has announced the rules for the impeachment trial, which is expected to begin in January.
- President Trump's legal team has been preparing for the trial, and several key witnesses have been identified.
Key Quotes:
- "The President's conduct is not 'perfect,' but it is not impeachable." - Rep. Doug Collins (R-GA), ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee.
- "The President's actions are a clear and present danger to the Constitution and the rule of law." - Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-NY), chairman of the House Judiciary Committee.
- "The Senate will not be intimidated or influenced by the House's partisan impeachment inquiry." - Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY).
Impeachment Inquiry Timeline:
- September 24: House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announces the launch of a formal impeachment inquiry into President Trump.
- October 31: The House Intelligence Committee releases a report on its investigation into President Trump's dealings with Ukraine.
- December 3: The House Judiciary Committee holds its first hearing on the articles of impeachment.
- December 13: The House Judiciary Committee votes to approve the articles of impeachment.
- December 18: The full House of Representatives is expected to vote on the articles of impeachment.
Impeachment Trial Timeline:
- January: The Senate is expected to begin the impeachment trial.
- January 21: The Senate is expected to vote on whether to allow new evidence to be presented during the trial.
- January 28: The Senate is expected to vote on whether to convict President Trump and remove him from office.
Key Witnesses:
- Gordon Sondland, the U.S. Ambassador to the European Union, who testified that he was aware of a quid pro quo involving Ukraine and the White House.
- Marie Yovanovitch, the former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine, who testified that she was ousted from her position due to political pressure from the White House.
- Alexander Vindman, a National Security Council staffer, who testified that he was concerned about the President's dealings with Ukraine and reported his concerns to superiors.
Polling:
- A recent CNN poll found that 51% of Americans support impeaching and removing President Trump from office, while 44% oppose it.
- A recent NBC News poll found that 49% of Americans support impeaching President Trump, while 46% oppose it.
Reaction from Key Figures:
- President Trump: "I did nothing wrong, and I'm going to be exonerated."
- House Speaker Nancy Pelosi: "The President's actions are a clear and present danger to the Constitution and the rule of law."
- Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell: "The Senate will not be intimidated or influenced by the House's partisan impeachment inquiry."
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer: "The Senate must take its constitutional duty seriously and hold a fair and impartial trial."
I hope this update helps!