Valin Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 The Guardian Jan. 23 2021 The Texas Republican senator John Cornyn warned on Saturday that Donald Trump’s second impeachment could lead to the prosecution of former Democratic presidents if Republicans retake Congress in two years’ time. (Snip) “If it is a good idea to impeach and try former presidents, what about former Democratic presidents when Republicans get the majority in 2022?” Cornyn, a 19-year veteran of the Senate who last year tried to distance himself from Trump when it seemed his seat was at risk, tweeted at majority leader Chuck Schumer. “Think about it and let’s do what is best for the country.” (Snip) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valin Posted January 24, 2021 Author Share Posted January 24, 2021 Sen. Rand Paul says Chief Justice Roberts won’t take Trump impeach trial Mary Kay Linge January 23, 2021 As Democrats plunge ahead with a post-term impeachment trial of President Donald Trump, a key question remains: Will Chief Justice Roberts take the case? Republican Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky says he won’t — making the exercise “a fake, partisan impeachment,” the lawmaker told Fox News’ Sean Hannity Friday. Paul claimed Roberts has “privately said he’s not supposed to come unless it’s an impeachment of the president.” According to the US Constitution, “when the President of the United States is tried, the Chief Justice shall preside” — a requirement not made for any other impeachment case. (Snip) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geee Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 2 hours ago, Valin said: The Guardian Jan. 23 2021 The Texas Republican senator John Cornyn warned on Saturday that Donald Trump’s second impeachment could lead to the prosecution of former Democratic presidents if Republicans retake Congress in two years’ time. (Snip) “If it is a good idea to impeach and try former presidents, what about former Democratic presidents when Republicans get the majority in 2022?” Cornyn, a 19-year veteran of the Senate who last year tried to distance himself from Trump when it seemed his seat was at risk, tweeted at majority leader Chuck Schumer. “Think about it and let’s do what is best for the country.” (Snip) Draggintree has posted a relevant Bill Whittle Youtube on the Porch. Bill is really ticked again. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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