What happens if Mitch cannot give Trump what he wants?

[H2O Man]

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One of the most important factors has to do with what a few republicans are aware of now .....that Chief Justice Roberts is not only studying Senate rules, but is researching the role he will play. In the 1868 impeachment trial of Andrew Johnson, Chief Justice Salmon Chase played a role in determining the rules the Senate would follow in the trial. In several instances where there were disagreements between factions, including about what witnesses would be called to testify, Chase made rulings that still technically stand. In other words, by tradition and by the rules, Roberts has the authority to rule who both sides can call upon to testify.

This does not mean Roberts will definitely exercise that authority. But it does suggest two important factors: first, that he is aware that he can, and second, that there are some republican Senators who are aware of this, as well. Hence, it is very possible that Mitch will not be able to provide Trump with the trial he wants.