The Daily The Impeachment Trial Begins
Jan 16, 2020
Nicholas Fandos, a Congressional reporter for The New York Times, dives into the historic impeachment trial of President Trump. He breaks down the urgent political climate surrounding the trial and discusses new evidence from Lev Parnas that bolsters the House Democrats' case. Fandos articulates the Senate's strict protocols and the possibility of witness testimonies, providing insight into what could shape public perception ahead of the upcoming election. The conversation blends legal intricacies with high-stakes political maneuvering.
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Pelosi's Strategy and New Evidence
- Nancy Pelosi withheld impeachment articles, seeking leverage for witnesses and evidence in the Senate trial.
- New evidence emerged from Lev Parnas on the eve of the House vote.
Parnas Evidence Strengthens Case
- The release of new evidence from Lev Parnas strengthened the Democrats' case.
- It directly tied Trump to Giuliani's actions in Ukraine.
Timing of Evidence Release
- The timing of the evidence release benefited the House and their prosecutors.
- This supported Pelosi's argument for new witnesses and evidence in the Senate trial.