“We know we experienced the insurrection that violated the sanctity of the people s Capitol,” Pelosi said on the House floor before the vote.
“And we know that the president of the United States incited this insurrection, this armed rebellion, against our common country. … He must go. He is a clear and present danger to the nation that we all love.”
The vote garnered a wider margin than either of the votes in December 2019 (230-197 and 229-198) despite the losses House Democrats incurred in the November election.
Cheney was joined by nine other House Republicans to impeach Trump: Reps.
The Hill: Rice’s decision to back Trump’s impeachment was a surprise to many. He said the president’s actions since last week have been “inexcusable.”
The House approved a resolution, 223 to 205, urging Vice President Pence and the Cabinet to use their powers under the 25th Amendment to remove President Trump, with Rep. Adam Kinzinger the only Republican supporting it.
The House approved a resolution, 223 to 205, urging Vice President Pence and the Cabinet to use their powers under the 25th Amendment to remove President Trump, with Rep. Adam Kinzinger the only Republican supporting it.
With the House certain to vote to impeach President Donald Trump on Wednesday for inciting insurrection, there is increased attention on how quickly the Senate can and should hold a trial. Democrats are offering conflicting messages about their priorities. Many, including Speaker Nancy Pelosi, have said it is “urgent” that Congress impeach Trump to hold […] The post As House votes to impeach Trump, Democrats weigh options for Senate trial.