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In reply to the discussion: For those supporting impeachment, what will be the outcome? What do you want to happen? [View all]Qutzupalotl
(14,331 posts)Even if the only practical outcome is Trump gets an asterisk, he certainly deserves one.
Impeachment will list Trumps offenses and put Republicans on record either approving or disapproving that conduct.
Its likely McConnell will try to avoid having a trial, but that will further demonstrate his complicity. If he submits to a trial, its likely because he thinks the votes are there to acquit, and 67 Senators is a high bar for us. But the crimes are as high as theyve ever been. An acquittal would demonstrate that the entire Republican party is complicit and compromised.
Trump is going to claim vindication no matter what. Hes still trying to claim Mueller said no collusion, no obstruction, so no point in expecting a sane response from him.
But we must do our duty and not fear the consequences. Trump is the kind of president impeachment was designed for.