An independent counsel investigated the president for years, concluding he lied and may have obstructed justice. Congress had to decide what came next. The House impeached him. But the Senate, which Republicans controlled by a small margin, acquitted him at trial. That was two decades ago, when Bill Clinton became the second president to face an impeachment trial. After the release last week of the redacted Mueller report, more Democrats are calling for President Trump to become the third. And if the Democrat-controlled House impeached Mr. Trump, a Senate held by the GOP would once again decide whether to remove him from office.But there's a twist: There are 27 current senators who voted on Clinton's impeachment, either as members of the House or the Senate. Fourteen are Republicans who voted to impeach or convict Clinton, 12 are Democrats who voted in Clinton's favor and one is a Republican who wanted to acquit Clinton on all charges. All of these senators made statements at the time … [Read more...] about 27 current senators were in Congress during Clinton’s impeachment. What would they do about Trump?
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27 senators were in Congress during Clinton’s impeachment. What would they do about Trump?
An independent counsel investigated the president for years, concluding he lied and may have obstructed justice. Congress had to decide what came next. The House impeached him. But the Senate, which Republicans controlled by a small margin, acquitted him at trial. That was two decades ago, when Bill Clinton became the second president to face an impeachment trial. After the release last week of the redacted Mueller report, more Democrats are calling for President Trump to become the third. And if the Democrat-controlled House impeached Mr. Trump, a Senate held by the GOP would once again decide whether to remove him from office.But there's a twist: There are 27 current senators who voted on Clinton's impeachment, either as members of the House or the Senate. Fourteen are Republicans who voted to impeach or convict Clinton, 12 are Democrats who voted in Clinton's favor and one is a Republican who wanted to acquit Clinton on all charges. All of these senators made statements at the time … [Read more...] about 27 senators were in Congress during Clinton’s impeachment. What would they do about Trump?
Cassettes, we’ve had a few… but which was the first one you ever bought?
PUBLISHED: 08:00 19 January 2019 Judy Rimmer These Bruce Springsteen cassettes were the only ones Judy Rimmer could find in her house Picture: JUDY RIMMER Archant Slade, Abba or even Timmy Mallett? Which was the first cassette you ever bought? Following reports that cassettes are making a comeback, people have been recalling the first tape they owned. The special stamp showed the vinyl version, but Tubular Bells by Mike Oldfield was also a hit on cassette Picture: ROYAL MAIL/PA WIREBack in the 1970s, 80s and through to 90s, most homes were packed with music tapes.The first one I personally remember owning is The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars by David Bowie, released in 1972. I suspect I received it as either a birthday or Christmas present, though, rather than actually forking out the purchase price, which would have been astronomic for a 12-year-old. The album is still a favourite and I still know every line off by heart, more … [Read more...] about Cassettes, we’ve had a few… but which was the first one you ever bought?
Championship transfer rumours: Sheffield United eye shock striker deal, Leeds United defender set to leave, Aston Villa want Ivorian star, Millwall chase Celtic target
Here are the latest Championship rumours from around the web: Mateusz Bogusz, who plays for Polish club Ruch Chorzow and was offered a trial by Napoli, is 'tempted' to join Leeds United or Brighton and Hove Albion and could be available for around €200,000 in compensation. (Przeglad Sportowy) Leeds United could receive a bid for Kemar Roofe from Newcastle United, however it all rests on whether Rafa Benitez will be handed transfer funds by owner Mike Ashley. (Daily Mirror)Hearts are lining up a loan move for Leeds United youngster Conor Shaughnessy, with the 22-year-old thought to have been in Edinburgh “over the weekend being shown around ahead of the January transfer window”. (Edinburgh Live)West Bromwich Albion look set to complete the signing of versatile Everton defender Mason Holgate under the noses of Leeds United after he travelled to the Midlands for a medical over the weekend. (The Sun)Aston Villa are set to sign Celta Vigo midfielder Nemanja Radoja for a … [Read more...] about Championship transfer rumours: Sheffield United eye shock striker deal, Leeds United defender set to leave, Aston Villa want Ivorian star, Millwall chase Celtic target
Brendan Crossan: An unforgettable year of highs and lows
In the last Boot Room of the year, Brendan Crossan casts an eye across 2018 and picks out his highs and lows... Best tweet… AFTER a beautiful painting was unveiled on the sidewall of the Lurig Bar in Cushendall in September of the hurling team’s biggest supporter, John McKillop, former Ruairi Og and Antrim hurler Shane McNaughton summed the man up best. With the picture of John and Shane at the painting, Shane later tweeted: “Some people have professional athletes or movie stars as their heroes and never get to meet them. I’m very happy I get to spend a lot of time with mine. He was dealt his cards and he made the best of them. Surely there’s no greater accomplishment in life than that.” Best WhatsApp message STEPHEN Ward tells his mates in undiluted terms about Roy Keane’s spat with Harry Arter and Jonathan Walters during the Republic of Ireland's end of season US tour. The WhatsApp voicemail was later ‘leaked’ to all and sundry … [Read more...] about Brendan Crossan: An unforgettable year of highs and lows