The Ugly Jingoism Marring Trump’s Impeachment

Maj. Danny Sjursen / Truthdig Jan 27, 2020 In their zeal to convict the president of high crimes, Democrats refuse to even question our aggressive, reckless policy in Eastern Europe. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Bolton Book Ups Pressure on GOP to Allow Witnesses

ERIC TUCKER, ZEKE MILLER and LISA MASCARO / The Associated Press Jan 27, 2020 A draft of the former national security adviser's memoir appears to undercut a key defense argument in Donald Trump's impeachment trial. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

The Problem With Impeachment

Chris Hedges / Truthdig Jan 27, 2020 It's about cosmetics and will do nothing to halt the decay that is destroying the republic. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )

Trump Lawyers Argue Democrats Just Want to Overturn Election

ERIC TUCKER, LISA MASCARO and ZEKE MILLER / The Associated Press Jan 25, 2020 The impeachment defense team reserves bulk of its case for Monday, focusing just two hours on what they call "politically motivated" effort. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Pompeo Lashes Out at Journalist; NPR Defends Its Reporter

LYNN BERRY / The Associated Press Jan 25, 2020 The top U.S. diplomat, accused of cussing and demanding Mary Louise Kelly point to Ukraine on unmarked map, unleashes angry, direct attack. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Democrats Focus Day 2 of Trial on Trump’s ‘Dangerous’ Abuse

LISA MASCARO, ERIC TUCKER and ZEKE MILLER / TheAssociated Press Jan 23, 2020 House lawmakers scoff at the president's claims that he had good reasons for pressuring Ukraine to investigate his political foes. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Trump Impeachment Trial Now on Fast Track With Rules Set

LISA MASCARO and ZEKE MILLER / The Associated Press Jan 22, 2020 Several amendments by Democrats rejected with party-line votes; president signals he wants witnesses but cites "national security" concerns. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )

The Trump Coup to Come

Paul Street / Truthdig Jan 21, 2020 Tens of millions will vote to oust the president this November, but there's no guarantee he will honor the election's results if he loses. Dig deeper ( 8 Min. Read )

McConnell Abruptly Eases Impeachment Limits

LISA MASCARO, ERIC TUCKER and ZEKE MILLER / The Associated Press Jan 21, 2020 He adds a third day for opening arguments after protests from senators, including Republicans, rather than holding two late-night sessions. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Trump Lauds U.S. Economy in Davos, Says Little on Climate Woes

DARLENE SUPERVILLE / The Associated Press Jan 21, 2020 The presidents' visit tests his ability to balance his anger over being impeached with a desire to project leadership on the world stage. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Democrats Decry McConnell’s Impeachment Rules as ‘Cover-Up’

LISA MASCARO, ERIC TUCKER and ZEKE MILLER / The Associated Press Jan 21, 2020 “The McConnell rules seem to be designed by President Trump for President Trump,” says Sen. Chuck Schumer. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Trump Lawyers Urge Dismissal of ‘Flimsy’ Impeachment Case

ZEKE MILLER, ERIC TUCKER and LISA MASCARO / The Associated Press Jan 20, 2020 Their brief offers a glimpse of the lines of defense they intend to use against Democratic efforts to convict and oust the president. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )