Republicans, Democrats Face Different Challenges in Post-Trump Era – By Mike O’Sullivan (VOA News) / Feb 14 2021
LOS ANGELES – Following the acquittal Saturday of former president Donald Trump in his second impeachment trial, Trump’s future in politics remains uncertain. Fifty-seven senators voted to convict him, including seven from his own Republican Party — falling short, however, of the 67 votes needed for conviction.
Trump was found not guilty of inciting violence against the U.S. government after his supporters stormed Congress on Jan. 6, enraged by Trump’s false charge that Joe Biden stole the election.
Democrats said Trump’s responsibility was clear. Seven Republicans agreed, but others said there was not enough evidence.
A Reuters/Ipsos poll shows 71% of U.S. adults, and half of Republicans, believe Trump is partly responsible for the riots.
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