Donald Trump’s rival has exploded in his opening address at the impeachment trial, telling a roomful of senators the US President is seeking the “complete destruction” of Congress.
What’s next? The Senate will hold a trial on whether to remove Trump from office, likely in January. A 2/3 majority is required to convict him, which means 20 Republicans would need to get onboard.
Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff, D-Calif., has already summarized the findings – from weeks of depositions behind closed doors and in public hearings – as a more serious abuse of power and obstruction of Congress than what drove former President Richard Nixon to resign during his impeachment inquiry.
Pelosi’s office said it will announce more details on Tuesday about the next phase of the impeachment inquiry, including when public House committee hearings will be held and the process for the release of deposition transcripts.