Trump Makes History in Impeachment Trial

Jury Deliberations Underway

Former President's Defense and Prosecution Present Case

In an unprecedented move, former President Donald Trump is facing a second impeachment trial, making history as the first U.S. president to be impeached after leaving office.

The Senate trial, which began on Tuesday, centers on charges that Trump incited an insurrection at the Capitol on January 6th, 2021. Trump's defense team argues that his speech that day was protected by the First Amendment and did not directly call for violence.

The prosecution, led by House Democrats, contends that Trump's words and actions incited the rioters who stormed the Capitol and should be held accountable for the attack. The outcome of the trial, which is expected to wrap up this week, will determine whether Trump will be convicted and potentially barred from holding public office again.