Pelosi Wants To Clarify Laws On Indictment Of Sitting Presidents

The transcript discusses the debate over whether sitting presidents can be indicted, with House Speaker Pelosi expressing the need for legal clarity and potential legislation. The Justice Department's historical stance against prosecuting sitting presidents is highlighted, referencing the Mueller investigation. Calls for impeachment are growing, fueled by a whistleblower complaint involving President Trump.

What is the House Speaker's position on starting impeachment proceedings against President Trump?

• She is ready to begin immediately.

• She has already started the proceedings.

• She believes impeachment is unnecessary.

• She is not ready to start proceedings yet.

What does the House Speaker believe about the Justice Department's stance on indicting a sitting president?

• It is perfect as it is.

• It should remain unchanged.

• It should be more lenient.

• It needs to be reviewed and possibly changed.

What was the Justice Department's conclusion regarding the prosecution of a sitting president?

• It is constitutional and should be pursued.

• It would undermine the executive branch's functions.

• It is necessary for justice.

• It should be decided by Congress.

What investigation brought attention to the DOJ's conclusion about prosecuting a sitting president?

• The Watergate Scandal

• The Iran-Contra Affair

• Robert Mueller's investigation

• The Benghazi Investigation

What recent event has intensified calls for impeachment within Pelosi's caucus?

• A healthcare reform proposal

• A new tax reform bill

• A whistleblower complaint about Trump's foreign communications

• A Supreme Court nomination