Pelosi: House Has Acted to Protect the U.S. Constitution

The transcript discusses the impeachment process, focusing on the actions taken by the House to protect the Constitution. It highlights the fairness of the process despite mischaracterizations and outlines the strategy regarding Senate decisions. Clarifications are made about misunderstandings, and the importance of Senate rules and responsibilities is emphasized.

What was the main reason given for the House's actions regarding the impeachment?

• To gain political advantage

• To protect and defend the Constitution

• To delay the Senate's decision

• To respond to public pressure

What factor is influencing the decision on when to send the articles to the Senate?

• The weather conditions

• The Senate's actions and rules

• The public opinion polls

• The media coverage

Why did the speaker mention that they never raised the prospect of sending the articles immediately?

• Because they were waiting for public opinion

• Because they were unsure of the Senate's arena

• Because they were consulting with international allies

• Because they wanted to delay the process

What criticism did the speaker have about the Majority Leader in the Senate?

• He was not attending the sessions

• He was in cahoots with the lawyers of the accused

• He was leaking information to the press

• He was delaying the process

What is the speaker's expectation from the Senate regarding their responsibilities?

• To follow the House's lead

• To understand and act on their responsibilities

• To consult with international bodies

• To expedite the process without deliberation