Senate Impeachment Trial Begins With Chief Justice, Senators Sworn In

The transcript covers the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump, detailing the Senate's role, the swearing-in of Chief Justice John Roberts, and the introduction of impeachment articles by House managers. It includes President Trump's response, calling the trial a hoax, and statements from Senate leaders Chuck Schumer and Mitch McConnell. The trial's potential outcomes and expectations are discussed, highlighting the unlikely removal of Trump due to the Republican-controlled Senate.

Who was sworn in to preside over President Donald Trump's impeachment trial?

• Chief Justice John Roberts

• Senator Chuck Schumer

• Representative Adam Schiff

• Senator Mitch McConnell

Which senator was absent during the swearing-in due to a family emergency?

• Senator James Inhofe

• Senator Chuck Schumer

• Senator Lindsey Graham

• Senator Mitch McConnell

What did President Trump call the impeachment trial?

• A political strategy

• A complete hoax

• A necessary action

• A fair process

Who led the House impeachment managers in introducing the articles of impeachment?

• Chief Justice John Roberts

• Senator Chuck Schumer

• Representative Adam Schiff

• Senator Mitch McConnell

What is the required majority in the Senate to remove a president from office?

• Unanimous decision

• 2/3 majority

• 3/4 majority

• Simple majority