Congressman Brown: House Should Not Transmit Impeachment Articles Until Senate Commits to Fair Trial

Statement

Congressman Anthony G. Brown released the following statement on the need for a fair trial in the United States Senate to properly consider articles of impeachment against President Donald J. Trump:

"President Donald Trump is desperate for an exoneration and his enablers seem determined to break their oaths and conduct a sham trial to give him one. The House of Representatives uncovered ample evidence to impeach the President. The American people now expect the Senate to conduct a fair trial, which requires hearing the House's case for removing the President and seeking supplemental evidence to ascertain the truth. The House should not transmit the articles of impeachment or name impeachment managers until the Senate commits to following the facts wherever they may lead.

Unfortunately, Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Senate Republicans appear more interested in covering up for President Trump than pursuing the facts. They have no intention to honor their oaths to "do impartial justice.' The American people deserve an impeachment trial that is serious, fair and reflects the gravity of the charges against President Trump."

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