Donald Trump looks set to become the first American president to be impeached for a second time as Democrats accused him of fomenting a “coup” at the US Capitol building that left five people dead.
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The historic effort gained momentum on Friday when a police officer was known to be killed when a pro-Trump mob stormed the seat of American democracy in Washington, after the president encouraged supporters to “fight like hell” to overturn the result of November’s election.
Democrats in the House, where they hold a majority, intend to speed ahead with Trump’s impeachment next week.
The Senate would hold a trial and vote on his removal from office, with a two-thirds majority required for conviction.
Some Republicans say they will be in support
The Senate would hold a trial and vote on his removal from office, with a two-thirds majority required for conviction.
Some Republicans say they will be in support
Pelosi and the Senate minority leader, called for immediate impeachment proceedings if Mike Pence, vice-president, and cabinet refuse to invoke the 25th amendment to the US constitution, stripping the president of his powers if he cannot discharge the duties of his office.
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