Trump’s Senate Trial Still on Hold as Democrats Take Control
- Pelosi hasn’t indicated when impeachment article will be sent
- Confirmation of Biden’s cabinet risks delay once trial starts
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Donald Trump’s second impeachment trial remains in limbo as House Speaker Nancy Pelosi holds off on triggering a proceeding that could slow the newly Democratic-controlled Senate in confirming key Biden administration officials.
Some lawmakers and congressional officials have said the trial could get under way next week, but Pelosi hasn’t tipped her hand on when the House will formally transmit the single article of impeachment to the Senate.