Sen. Graham Introduces Resolution Condemning Impeachment Inquiry

Sen. Graham Introduces Resolution Condemning Impeachment Inquiry

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The video discusses a resolution introduced by Senator Lindsey Graham condemning the House of Representatives' closed-door impeachment inquiry against President Trump. The resolution argues that the inquiry denies Trump basic fairness and due process. It calls for three demands: a full House vote on the inquiry, allowing Trump to confront accusers and call witnesses, and full participation of the Republican minority. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell emphasizes the need for fairness and adherence to due process, criticizing the current inquiry for breaking precedents and denying rights afforded to other presidents.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of the resolution introduced by Senator Lindsey Graham?

To support the impeachment of President Trump

To inform the House that the impeachment process is inappropriate

To propose a new impeachment process

To delay the impeachment inquiry

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT one of the demands made by the resolution?

A full vote on whether to proceed with the inquiry

Allowing President Trump to confront his accusers

Immediate dismissal of the impeachment inquiry

Enabling Republican minority participation in proceedings

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the resolution demand regarding President Trump's rights during the inquiry?

To have a private meeting with the House

To confront his accusers and call witnesses

To have the inquiry postponed indefinitely

To have the inquiry conducted in secret

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Mitch McConnell, what must any process to overrule a presidential election adhere to?

The quickest possible resolution

The highest standards of fairness and due process

The opinions of the Senate

The preferences of the majority party

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What criticism does Mitch McConnell have regarding the House Democrats' impeachment inquiry?

It involves too many witnesses

It breaks critical precedents and denies important rights

It is too lenient on the President

It is too transparent