Republicans Say There's Not Enough Evidence To Impeach Trump, But Too Much To Call Any Witnesses
Republicans Say Theres Not Enough Evidence To Impeach Trump, But Too Much To Call Any Witnesses
Im further away from changing my mind, said Sen. John Barrasso.
By Paul McLeod at BuzzFeed
https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/paulmcleod/trump-impeachment-trial-republicans-evidence-witnesses
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WASHINGTON Republican senators are using a novel argument to reject calls for new witnesses and documents, saying Democrats havent provided overwhelming evidence, therefore theres no need to call for more evidence.
House impeachment managers have pleaded with the Senate to subpoena documents and new witnesses, such as former national security adviser John Bolton. But Republicans on Friday attempted to turn the managers own words against them.
Since Democrats claimed there is already overwhelming evidence against President Donald Trump, Republicans argue, then by definition you wouldnt need to call more evidence. At the same time, they say there is not, in fact, overwhelming evidence against the president.
Im further away from changing my mind on witnesses, said Republican Sen. John Barrasso. When they speak they talk about overwhelming evidence, rock-solid evidence, and even mountains of evidence. Youd think if you have that kind of a case you wouldnt need additional witnesses.
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