I think he WANTS this trial. He has a lot of stuff to bring out to where the public will see it. So with so many eyes on the faux ‘peachment, let it ALL hang out!
Who is presiding? Patrick Leahy if he’s able, or some other dem. Whoever it is will not allow anything in that exposes the truth or is beneficial to the defense. Yes, it’s like a competitive sport where the head ref is your daddy.