Judiciary Committee Schedules Its First Impeachment Inquiry Hearings

The transcript discusses the impeachment process, detailing the roles of various committees, including the Judiciary Committee, which will decide on articles of impeachment. It highlights the potential charges, such as obstruction of justice, and mentions public hearings and legal challenges, including Don McGahn's testimony. The process may face delays, but the evidence is considered strong. If the House advances articles of impeachment, the Senate will conduct a trial, requiring a 2/3 vote to remove the President. The outcome remains uncertain.

What is the first step in the impeachment process according to the transcript?

• The President is removed from office.

• The intelligence, foreign affairs, and oversight committees issue a public report.

• The Judiciary Committee draws up articles of impeachment.

• The Senate conducts a trial.

What is the role of the Judiciary Committee in the impeachment process?

• To issue a public report on findings.

• To decide on drawing up articles of impeachment.

• To conduct a trial in the Senate.

• To remove the President from office.

What potential charge is mentioned as a consideration for the articles of impeachment?

• Bribery

• Perjury

• Fraud

• Obstruction of justice

What is required for the President to be removed from office after the Senate trial?

• A 3/4 vote in the Senate

• A unanimous vote in the House

• A 2/3 vote in the Senate

• A simple majority vote in the Senate

What is the final step in the impeachment process as described in the transcript?

• The House votes on the articles of impeachment.

• The Judiciary Committee issues a report.

• The intelligence committee gathers testimony.

• The Senate conducts a trial.