Sen. Lamar Alexander Says He's A No For Impeachment Trial Witness Vote

Sen. Lamar Alexander Says He's A No For Impeachment Trial Witness Vote

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The transcript discusses the Senate impeachment trial of President Donald Trump, focusing on the likelihood of the measure to call witnesses or documents failing. Senator Alexander, a key swing vote, decided against additional evidence, stating it was unnecessary. Some Republican senators, including Mitt Romney, Susan Collins, and Lisa Murkowski, showed some support for more testimony, but four Republican votes are needed to pass the measure. Without new evidence, the trial could conclude soon, with Chief Justice John Roberts unlikely to intervene in a tie.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Senator Alexander's position on the need for more evidence in Trump's impeachment trial?

He believed more evidence was necessary.

He thought the existing evidence was sufficient.

He was undecided about the need for more evidence.

He wanted to delay the decision.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which Republican senator was NOT mentioned as potentially supporting additional testimony?

Mitt Romney

Lindsey Graham

Lisa Murkowski

Susan Collins

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many Republican senators need to join Democrats for the measure to pass?

Five

Two

Three

Four

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role could Chief Justice John Roberts play in the impeachment trial?

He could dismiss the trial.

He could replace a senator.

He could introduce new evidence.

He could vote to break a tie.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential outcome of the trial without new witnesses or documents?

The trial could be extended indefinitely.

The trial could end soon.

The trial could be restarted.

The trial could be moved to another court.