McConnell Now Likely Has Votes To Block Witnesses; Trial Could End Soon
Sen. Lamar Alexander said on Thursday night that he will not vote to allow witnesses and evidence into the impeachment trial of President Trump, he announced on Thursday.
"There is no need for more evidence to conclude that the president withheld United States aid, at least in part, to pressure Ukraine to investigate the Bidens; the House managers have proved this with what they call a 'mountain of overwhelming evidence,'" said Alexander in a statement. "Our founding documents provide for duly elected presidents who serve with 'the consent of the governed,' not at the pleasure of the United States Congress. Let the people decide."
The decision delivers a devastating blow to House managers prosecuting Trump, all but ensuring witnesses will not be called for Trump's trial.
Without sufficient support for bringing witnesses, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is expected to move quickly to vote on the two articles of impeachment. The president could be acquitted on both charges as early as Friday evening.
https://www.npr.org/2020/01/30/801437236/mcconnell-now-likely-has-votes-to-block-witnesses-trial-could-end-soon
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