CONCORD, N.H. (AP) - U.S. Sens. Maggie Hassan and Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire voted for both articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump on Wednesday.
Trump won impeachment acquittal in the U.S. Senate.
In speeches on the Senate floor leading to vote, the senators, both Democrats, said the evidence clearly shows that Trump abused his power and obstructed Congress in trying to force the Ukrainian president to help smear Joe Biden, a political opponent.
Shaheen said the scheme included the withholding of military aid and a meeting at the White House with the Ukrainian president.
“As a senator, I never imagined I would have to participate in an impeachment trial of a sitting president,” Shaheen said. “These proceedings cause strain and division, not just here in Congress, but across the country. I would much prefer that Congress be engaged in the critical bipartisan work that’s needed on important issues - things that can improve lives across this country and move our nation forward.”
Hassan said she supports impeachment because “the president’s conduct requires it, Congress’ responsibility as a coequal branch of government requires it, and the very foundation and security of our American idea requires it.”
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