The House of Representatives was poised Wednesday to impeach “clear and present danger” President Donald Trump, with the only question being how many Republicans would join the push to bring down the real estate tycoon a week before he leaves office.
Accused of stoking the mob assault on Congress on January 6, Trump broke his silence from the White House only to issue a brief statement insisting on his opposition to violence. “In light of reports of more demonstrations, I urge that there must be no violence, no lawbreaking and no vandalism of any kind. That is not what I stand for,” he said. “I call on all Americans to help ease tensions and calm tempers. Thank You.”
Reflecting that fear of upheaval, armed National Guards deployed across the capital and central streets were blocked to traffic. In the Capitol building itself, guards in full camouflage and carrying assault rifles assembled, some of them grabbing naps early Wednesday under the ornate statues and historical paintings.
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