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Trump impeachment is on the table, says Sen. Angus King and top Democrats
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If the Republicans lose the Trump voter base, which is what happens if they go for impeachment, then they can pretty much write off any branch of Government for a very long time. If they lose the special elections coming up, they might make a move since they're fucked anyway, but if they win one or both, they'll probably stay the course and bet on Democrats being Democrats, I.E. forgetting when the midterms are.
What do the Dems have to do with impeachment at this point?
If it were to happen, it would require them to actually put effort into getting support and staring the process.
McCain's words mean absolutely jack shit.
Nothing beyond letting the GOP know that they have bipartisan support should they choose to do the right thing.
It's not much, but it's something. Unfortunately, the GOP is a festering pile of shit, so I don't expect much.
in the end its all about the priorities.
getting things done as it is, is hard enough, but wasting precious time on 'commenting' on every stupid thing trump does, doesn't help at all.
sticking with trump for long probably ain't great for your political future either.
At the same time, impeachment process is long and complicated and takes up your legislative agenda, so good luck cutting taxes on the rich.
It does feel like less GOP are openly defending trump after each 'event', so expect their patience to be running thin by the day.
getting things done as it is, is hard enough, but wasting precious time on 'commenting' on every stupid thing trump does, doesn't help at all.
sticking with trump for long probably ain't great for your political future either.
At the same time, impeachment process is long and complicated and takes up your legislative agenda, so good luck cutting taxes on the rich.
It does feel like less GOP are openly defending trump after each 'event', so expect their patience to be running thin by the day.
Knuckle Sandwich
Member
Maybe impeaching this shithead will motivate liberals to actually fucking vote in the midterms. Bang that drum from now until mid-terms.
Nancy's radioactive. That can't be good!
SmackDaddy
Member
Repubs saying this is into a mic at a press conference is hilarious to me
Unfortunately this.
And trying to understand the dumb GOP's point of view...isn't it better for them to impeach Trump and get someone else of their own in as president that's better for them?? Whether that's Pence or whoever? Or are they worried that if Trump is impeached and goes down they all go down?
RustyNails
Member
Dems do not control House or Senate. They cant force an impeachment hearing if McConnell/Ryan say no.
You don't need all the republicans to get this done, guys. You just need enough who are in danger of losing in 2018.
All the Democrats have to do is keep up the pressure and if the Republicans stick with Trump, then the midterms could flip the house blue and the impeachment begins.
All the Democrats have to do is keep up the pressure and if the Republicans stick with Trump, then the midterms could flip the house blue and the impeachment begins.
ZSaberLink
Media Create Maven
McCain's been calling for an independent prosecution forever, and hates Trump's guts but yet he still votes party line and passes all of Trump's nominees and policies. He's all talk and that's sad considering he has absolutely nothing to lose.
The Dems + a couple of independents still means nothing. Until you have top-ranking republicans (Ryan & McConnell) saying anything of impeachment, nothing's going to happen. Top-ranking republicans aren't going to say a thing any time soon if they haven't already.
Weren't folks saying that there actually aren't enough house seats to flip to turn the house Blue in 2018 anyways? It's going to take a lot of work for the Dems to get the house back. That's why Obama and co. are working behind the scenes to slowly flip state-level legislatures through grassroots efforts.
The Dems + a couple of independents still means nothing. Until you have top-ranking republicans (Ryan & McConnell) saying anything of impeachment, nothing's going to happen. Top-ranking republicans aren't going to say a thing any time soon if they haven't already.
Weren't folks saying that there actually aren't enough house seats to flip to turn the house Blue in 2018 anyways? It's going to take a lot of work for the Dems to get the house back. That's why Obama and co. are working behind the scenes to slowly flip state-level legislatures through grassroots efforts.
titiklabingapat
Member
Democrats literally can;t do shit. They are out of power at all levers of the government. Especially the legislative branch,where impeachment needs to happen. It's a process and they can't do anything until people give them the power to.
yanipheonu
Member
I'm sure it's on a table. Just not sure if it's on a table that matters at the moment.
They can't start shit and if you think the votes/support isn't there...well I don't know what reality you live in.
Basileus777
Member
You can't do anything without Paul Ryan.
Teren_Kanan
Member
Every time I see a thread like this, or any "It's happening!" post.
He's not getting impeached. Maybe I'm just cynical =/
He's not getting impeached. Maybe I'm just cynical =/
How About No
Member
"Peach Mints? I'd love to try one!"
PhantomThief
Banned
Sooo.. if the president is clearly involved with russia and there are facts on the table, nothing CAN happen unless the GOP starts the impeachment process?
That seems really fucked beyond belief let me tell you.
That seems really fucked beyond belief let me tell you.
Robdraggoo
Member
The secret service escorts him out
Which is why the democrats are planning for 2018. They're going to run on this, build a case, and if they can flip the house its game on.
Basileus777
Member
They're probably not wrong. Impeachment would be even worse for the Republicans come 2018.
The Albatross
Member
I like everyone else want to see the receipts. Specifically those printed by the GOP. GOP Congress ain't going to *lead* on impeaching a GOP president.
GameAddict411
Member
And this is why impeachment will never happen. It's doesn't really get more complicated than this.
I would love to see the tables turned....and the Republicans more or less eliminated from power but their base will likely stick with them no mater how corrupt/evil they are.
titiklabingapat
Member
Correct. It's why Democrats need to run on the 'Impeach Trump!' slogan next year.
UberTag
Member
They're still searching for this mysterious third option where they don't come out looking like idiots. There isn't one.
chaosblade
Unconfirmed Member
GOP is going to have to look at itself in the mirror at some point. Which looks worse, their guy getting impeached, or them standing by their guy that the majority of the country hates? So far they are sticking with the latter, but if polls continue to trend blue and anti-Trump, they may start changing their minds.
They are wrong. Constant fiasco after fiasco at some point they should realize it's better to say, hold the phone, this never should have happened in the first place. Dude is a joke and I'd say a solid 5% or more of his votes were joke votes.
At least anecdotally the Trump voters have all gone silent. That's not a good sign for the gop come 18.
Smiles and Cries
Member
Well? I'm waiting!
Well thing about Republicans, they will act once the political pressure builds to a certain point to where they just can't ignore it.
If there are recordings of him saying some slick shit and it leaks? they'll jump ship immediately. They are worried about their own political futures after all and are accepting that they will probably lose the house thanks ot trump and know as SOON as it happens impeachment hearings begin, and if shit comes out and its proven, then they'll know they'll be blamed for playing politics and lose it all in 2020.
So just keep watching, you already see that famous "republican resolve" cracking along the edges.
If there are recordings of him saying some slick shit and it leaks? they'll jump ship immediately. They are worried about their own political futures after all and are accepting that they will probably lose the house thanks ot trump and know as SOON as it happens impeachment hearings begin, and if shit comes out and its proven, then they'll know they'll be blamed for playing politics and lose it all in 2020.
So just keep watching, you already see that famous "republican resolve" cracking along the edges.
SatelliteOfLove
Member
God, I hope Ossoff wins. Then the REAL fun begins.
They sat down to a sumptuous feast, multiple courses of the finest foods available (the DC Hat Trick).
Then, just after the apertif is imbibed, the food's yanked away from them. Boohoo, huh? But that's their lot in life for choosing the worst candidate in the field.
Wanted to get to touch the entree? Tough tits, it's hearings and impeachment time, muhfuggahs!
They sat down to a sumptuous feast, multiple courses of the finest foods available (the DC Hat Trick).
Then, just after the apertif is imbibed, the food's yanked away from them. Boohoo, huh? But that's their lot in life for choosing the worst candidate in the field.
Wanted to get to touch the entree? Tough tits, it's hearings and impeachment time, muhfuggahs!
hammysaurusrex
Member
It's adorable how McCain thinks anyone takes his one-man show of resistance seriously despite being unable to remove his tongue from Trump's taint. Glad he'll go down in history only as the Republican that almost stood up for his country.
But what is going to leak tomorrow? Honestly all this stuff is building up, and I think Trump did it, but the timing of the leaks is impeccable.
What are the R's going to say when the money laundering operation is exposed?
Get them on record now.
Did you see that house that Flynn just bought with a very questionable mortgage situation?
What are the R's going to say when the money laundering operation is exposed?
Get them on record now.
Did you see that house that Flynn just bought with a very questionable mortgage situation?
Pic?
Their dialogue is changing. It's a slow process but we can definitely see change in the way they react and comment. Self preservation instincts are kicking in. Of course it's sad that's what they need to protect the USA from self destruction but at least we're seeing a shift.
Keep going.
Keep going.
SeaOfMadness
Member
oh yeah? well McCain is concerned af
and that means a LOT
and that means a LOT
actually it means nothing 