US President Donald Trump says he would prefer to allow witnesses to testify in his Senate impeachment trial but says it could be a national security risk.
Mr Trump declared he would love to show up at his own impeachment trial during an impromptu press conference at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland.
He made the comments as he prepared to head home from Davos while criticising the Democrats leading the probe. His stance on the issue is at odds with Republicans who have refused to allow White House documents and witness testimonies. Image: AP
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