Posted on 02/13/2021 10:35:10 AM PST by SeekAndFind
Sen. Lindsay Graham (R-SC) on Saturday surprised many when he suddenly changed how he decided to vote on whether or not to call witnesses in President Donald Trump's second impeachment trial. Originally, he voted "no" but as the roll call was taking place, he changed his vote a "yes." He joined four other Republicans – Lisa Murkowski (AK), Susan Collins (ME), Mitt Romney (UT) and Ben Sasse (NE) – who voted with the Democrats to call witnesses.
"Mr. President," Graham said to Senate President Pro Tempore Patrick Leahy. "I'd like to change my vote to 'aye.'"
BREAKING: Senate votes 55-45 to allow witnesses and more evidence for Trump impeachment case, slowing the progression of a trial that could have concluded Saturday. Five Republicans voted yes, including Lindsey Graham, who switched from an initial no vote https://t.co/3HfaYxaxQC pic.twitter.com/flGv46j7AX— CBS News (@CBSNews) February 13, 2021
Following the vote, Graham took to Twitter to explain his reasoning. He said that if Democrats want to call witnesses, then he's "going to insist we have multiple witnesses."
It is my firm belief that the House Managers are trying to investigate the case AFTER it was brought to the Senate.
It is better for the country to go to a final vote.— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) February 13, 2021
However, if the body wants witnesses, I am going to insist we have multiple witnesses.— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) February 13, 2021
We can start with Speaker Pelosi to answer the question as to whether or not there was credible evidence of pre-planned violence before President Trump spoke?— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) February 13, 2021
Whether Speaker Pelosi, due to optics, refused requests by the Capitol Hill Police for additional resources like the National Guard?— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) February 13, 2021
Her testimony is incredibly relevant to the incitement charge.— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) February 13, 2021
Former Trump senior aide Jason Miller said the defense team has 301 witnesses so far.
We’re currently at 301 and counting... https://t.co/3P4Bukw5Eh— Jason Miller (@JasonMillerinDC) February 13, 2021
According to ABC reporter Katherine Faulders, Miller has a list handy.
Jason Miller is walking around with a witness list that says WITNESS LIST 301 (SO FAR)
pic.twitter.com/c2lObyNtrz— Katherine Faulders (@KFaulders) February 13, 2021
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I think you’re right. Good analysis.
There are numerous complexities.
And I think some want to shield McCarthy, too.
Politicians live off of Deniability.
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Go Witnesses and make them deny 300 Witnesses.
Make them shield Antifa who were there.
Call Ukraine mobsters with the defense they’re trying to deflect from Joe, James, and Hunter’s crimes by going after an ex-President in a Sham proceeding.
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Did Linda vote with his thumbs or middle fingers?
They wanted a conviction to stop Trump in 2024
He said, “Put up or shut up”.
They shut up.
Agreed. Graham knows procedure and he did a great job.
Most of us will not read this article. We know what he is and for what he stands. He isn’t our friend. He’s a RHINO.. a BLUEone at that.
I agree. Let it runs for MONTHS / YEARS until they get tired in 2024..
Preach!
Graham better get his ass in gear and clean up the Senate...
DJT should not allow him to visit at all..DJT doesn’t need him...and neither does the USA...
NEW BLOOD NEEDED IN ALL OF CONGRESS..
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