On Wednesday, December 4, a
hearing before the House Judiciary Committee will take place. That hearing will, in the words of Judiciary Chairman Jerry Nadler (D - NY),
serve as an opportunity to
discuss the historical and constitutional basis of impeachment, as well
as the Framers' intent and understanding of terms like 'high crimes and
misdemeanors.
Despite repeated claims by Donald Trump and his supporters that the ongoing impeachment inquiry is a hoax and a sham, Chairman Nadler sent a letter to
Trump today, notifying him of the hearing, and inviting him or his counsel to participate, up to and including the point of questioning witnesses. Further, Nadler said We
expect to discuss the constitutional framework through which the House
may analyze the evidence gathered in the present inquiry ... as well as ... whether your alleged actions warrant the House's
exercising its authority to adopt articles of impeachment.
That latter charge is still subject to the conditions
high crimes and misdemeanors. Those conditions include but aren't limited to
such misconduct by officials as dishonesty,
negligence, perjury of oath, abuse of authority, bribery, intimidation,
misuse of public funds or assets, failure to supervise, dereliction of
duty, unbecoming conduct, refusal to obey a lawful order, and more.
Sounds like a LinkedIn page for The Donald ...
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