If the Democrats get witnesses or documents...?

[kentuck]

It will not be good for Trump or the Repubs.

Better for them to take a political hit with no witnesses and no documents allowed, than to take the hit that might come with witnesses. It could be perceived as an admission of guilt.

Still, they believe that a quick trial and acquittal is best for them right now. If four Repubs join the Democrats, they could change the course of history.

[beachbumbob]

1. most likely even with witness, no way we see trump removed BUT makes 2020 elections

more likely to support a blue wave.

GOP is screwed no matter what they do

[kentuck]

4. If and when they acquit Trump...

It will be a pyrrhic victory at best.

[beachbumbob]

5. makes 2020 campaign issues even more clearer to americans

if we can get another 15 million people out to vote, the victory will be stunning for Democrats

[winetourdriver01]

2. It's a big if

Don't expect any republicans to cross over. Any that might risk assassination, and they know it.

[Thomas Hurt]

3. Looks like McConnell is working on a cover up of the entire trial.

Restricting the press, hiding any evidence or witnesses should they be presented.

That is if they don't dismiss them outright.