Senate Takes Over Trump’s Impeachment

The Senate is taking the handoff from the House of the articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump and preparing for a trial set to get underway next week.

On Wednesday, after a dramatic procession across the Capitol, House Democrats notified the Senate of its delivery of the articles, with a more formal presentation to follow on Thursday.

The Senate will transform itself into an impeachment court at noon.

Chief Justice John Roberts will preside at the trial, administering the oath to senators who will serve as jurors and swear to deliver “impartial justice.” 

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell pledged to have the Senate “rise above the petty factionalism.”