Today, Explained The nine impeachment scenarios
Oct 10, 2019
Laura McGann, the Politics editor at Vox, dives into the fascinating maze of impeachment outcomes. She explores nearly a dozen scenarios, including the intriguing possibility of President Pelosi. The discussion also covers the dynamics of Senate trials, Republican influences, and the potential implications of bipartisan efforts against the president. With insights into the complexities of the Presidential Succession Act, McGann mixes serious analysis with a touch of humor to illuminate the unpredictable world of political impeachment.
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Nine Impeachment Scenarios
- There are nine potential scenarios for how the impeachment inquiry could end.
- These range from no impeachment to Trump's resignation.
No Impeachment
- The first scenario involves the House not holding an impeachment vote at all.
- This is unlikely due to mounting pressure and shifting public opinion.
House Impeaches, Senate Decides
- The second scenario involves the House impeaching Trump, sending the issue to the Senate.
- The Senate then decides whether to hold a trial.