Breaking: The US House of Representatives has impeached Donald Trump in a historic vote, finding the US President guilty of abusing his power
The US House of Representatives has impeached Donald Trump in a historic vote, finding the US President guilty of abusing his power.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaks as the House of Representatives debates the articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump.In a passionate debate on the House floor before the vote, Republicans accused Democrats of overseeing a "shameful sham" and pursuing a "political vendetta" against the President.
"It is tragic that the President’s reckless actions make impeachment necessary," Pelosi said. "He gave us no choice."At one stage Republicans also rose to their feet and held a minute's silence to honour the Americans who voted for Trump at the 2016 election.
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