House Democrats Stalling on Sending Articles to the Senate

House Democrats Stalling on Sending Articles to the Senate

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The transcript discusses the stalled process of advancing impeachment articles from the House to the Senate, highlighting the lack of a fair process. Senate leaders, including Mitch McConnell and Lindsey Graham, express their intent not to be impartial jurors. The debate over calling witnesses is ongoing, with McConnell refusing to allow them. The White House is confident in McConnell's handling of the trial, while negotiations for a fair process continue. The timeline for a Senate trial remains uncertain, potentially delayed by the holiday break.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the main reason for the delay in advancing the articles of impeachment to the Senate?

Lack of agreement on the process

Insufficient evidence

Public protests

Technical issues

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Which Senate leader was mentioned as not planning to be an impartial juror?

Mitch McConnell

Chuck Schumer

Bernie Sanders

Nancy Pelosi

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the Democrats' main concern about the impeachment trial in the Senate?

Too many procedural delays

Insufficient number of witnesses

Unfair trial process

Lack of media coverage

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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How did the White House view Mitch McConnell's role in the impeachment trial?

As a potential obstacle

With skepticism

With confidence

As a neutral party

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical event was mentioned as a reference for a bipartisan approach?

Reagan's Iran-Contra Affair

Nixon Resignation

Clinton Impeachment

Watergate Scandal