Rep. Adam Schiff has assumed control of what appears to be the single-most consequential scandal facing Donald Trump’s presidency — and, for the moment, is driving a narrative that could lead to Trump’s impeachment
Rep. Adam Schiff has assumed control of what appears to be the single most consequential scandal facing Donald Trump’s presidency — and, for the moment, is driving a narrative that could lead to Trump’s impeachment.
Some moderate Democrats have even floated the possibility of Schiff leading a special committee to handle an investigation that could lead to Trump’s impeachment, which they see as a more cautious route to a possible floor vote. Story continuesDespite damaging testimony from Mueller that Trump welcomed Russian help in 2016 and attempted to obstruct the investigation of his campaign, Pelosi remained unconvinced that impeachment was the right course. After months of debating whether to launch impeachment proceedings, House Democrats initially failed to convince Pelosi, who feared risking the House majority on an effort that seemed doomed in the GOP-controlled Senate and polls poorly.
The Intelligence Committee is already getting to work on gathering information about the whistleblower complaint. On Tuesday, Schiff said the whistleblower wants to speak with his panel “and has requested guidance” from the Trump administration.” He said the whistleblower could testify as soon as this week.
At least one member of the panel, Rep. Jim Himes , favors reviving Congress’ “inherent contempt” authority — an arcane and extreme process which involves levying fines against or even jailing individuals who refuse to comply with congressional subpoenas. And he said it should be in the quiver when Maguire testifies.
A spokesman for Schiff declined to comment. But the pro-impeachment faction of the Democratic Party is becoming more restless over its leaders’ refusal to fully embrace impeachment, and lawmakers are angling for a more aggressive posture toward an administration that they say has no respect for the rule of law and Congress’ oversight role.
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