GOP lacks votes to block trial witnesses, Mitch McConnell concedes

Several Republicans apparently are ready to join Democrats in considering in-person testimony from former National Security Adviser John Bolton and perhaps others.
Donald Trump team concludes defense, argues against calling John Bolton

Donald Trump’s defense team argued against a guilty verdict for a total of almost 12 hours.
GOP defends Donald Trump as John Bolton book adds pressure for witnesses

The revelation that Bolton authored a book on the topic clouded White House hopes for a swift end to the impeachment trial.
Defense resumes in key impeachment week; Dems seek witnesses

After a two-hour opening argument Saturday, Trump’s defense team will lay out its case in depth beginning Monday.
Donald Trump lawyers argue Democrats just want to overturn election

Donald Trump’s defense team took center stage following three days of methodical and passionate arguments from Democrats.
GOP shows little desire for witnesses ahead of critical vote

“We have heard plenty,” according to the Senate’s No. 3 Republican.
Dems say oust Donald Trump or he’ll do it again; ‘he is who he is’

“You cannot leave a man like that in office.” – Adam Schiff
Democrats face risks and limits in Donald Trump’s impeachment trial

“People ask the question, ‘Isn’t the president going to be stronger and harder to beat if he survives this?’ Yes, probably. But Congress has no choice,” remarked Joe Biden.
Donald Trump’s trial opens on fast track, Dems arguing for removal

The House prosecutors will have 24 hours over the next three days to present their case.
Senate rejects witnesses in impeachment trial rules

“We have a great case,” Donald Trump said of the ongoing trial.
Donald Trump lauds US economy at Davos forum, slams impeachment

Donald Trump praised the US economy at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland as his impeachment trial proceeded back in Washington.
Buckle up: What to watch as impeachment trial takes off

Despite hopes for a speedy trial, things could last longer depending on Senate moderates.

