President Donald Trump attempted to extort a critical ally and undermine our democratic process for his own political survival. In the process, he abused the power of his office and obstructed Congress, a co-equal branch of this government. (1/5)
Senate and House Republicans decided that this President and all presidents who will follow him are above our nation’s laws. (2/5)
Though this is a dark day for our democracy, it is not a day to mourn its demise. Because the most powerful individual in this democracy isn’t a member of Congress or even a President, it’s the citizen. (3/5)
And I have faith that the citizens of this nation will not allow our strongest institutions to fail and fall even if the President seeks to destroy them. (4/5)
To be clear, this acquittal doesn't exonerate the President, it only exposes the depths that his accomplices in Congress will endeavor to cover-up his crimes. It won't be easy to repair the damage done by this President & Congressional GOP, but it can & will be done. (5/5)
