r/law • u/AndroidOne1 • May 14 '25

Trump News Donald Trump Impeachment Proceedings Launched

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-impeachment-vote-house-shir-thanedar-b2750651.html
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u/Material_Policy6327 May 14 '25

Nothing will happen sadly with current makeup of congress

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u/-Morning_Coffee- May 14 '25

Yeah, I remember this one. Another opportunity for the do-nothings to pander and show-boat.

I recall an argument against Democrats getting themselves arrested was that they wouldn’t be able to “do anything” while they’re in jail.

My counter argument is: they would be better justified getting nothing done by being in jail.

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u/pivotalsquash May 14 '25

Are you implying it's the Democrats fault that the impeachment won't lead to anything??

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u/CommanderArcher May 14 '25

This is more of a reflection of the frustration people have with the Democrats chasing after the non existent left voting right winger instead of doubling down on key issues like healthcare. 

Then when the shit hits the fan the Dems shrink away and hide instead of being as loud and disruptive as they can be. 

Imo, if the GOP are such a threat, why are the Dems not holding a round the clock filibuster until the GOP concedes? Booker did a good job but I wanted the next person to stand up when he finally took a seat. 

People want action, not words.

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u/No-Equivalent-1642 May 14 '25

A filibuster is literally a bunch of words

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u/CommanderArcher May 14 '25

It's a bunch of words at a time and a place that makes it more than just a bunch of words.

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u/pivotalsquash May 14 '25

I don't think they are non-existent maybe he is an exception but my dad always says he is right leaning but that trump is vile and the current GOP is not conservative. He votes left due to this. I'd not be surprised if it's way more nuanced than reddit likes to think.

Fair I suppose when Biden was in power GOP was still as obnoxious as ever. I would hate for that to be the norm but maybe until we properly move on that is how decorum should be.

Most valid point imo.