Posted on 01/19/2020 11:24:24 AM PST by jazusamo
Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colo., one of the seven Democratic impeachment managers prosecuting President Trump before the Senate, accused Trump of attempting to commit bribery in his dealings with Ukraine, but when asked why this was not one of the articles of impeachment, he did not appear to have an explanation.
Bribery is one of the specific offenses mentioned in the Constitution’s discussion of impeachment. The House impeached Trump for alleged abuse of power -- itself is not a statutory crime – and obstruction of Congress, but Crow insisted Sunday that the president was still guilty of attempted bribery.
“Yeah, specifically he did attempt to bribe and coerce a foreign government official, in this case, the president of Ukraine,” Crow told CNN's "State of the Union."
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“Then why isn’t that an article?” asked host Brianna Keilar.
“You know we have to look at the entire context of what happened here,” Crow responded. “That’s what this is about. This is about the abuse of power...
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Crow is a pip. If he’s concerned about legalities and keeping everything clean and pure then I’ll be waiting for his hearing into the felonies committed by Hillary, aided by Obama, Comey, Clapper, and the rest. Have at it Crow - you’ve got a lot of work ahead of you.
Hello Congressman Crow. What exact bribery did the President commit? Answer: None. Unlike Obama who gave Iran $1.7B in hopes of buying their good will.
I hope Trump’s managers wipe the floor with these House “Managers”...a pathetic lot they are.
Turned him into a newt. He got better.
Without a victims complaint, you have no bribery.
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