Many have asked if the House managers can move for a mistrial. Here are my quick thoughts: I wish Schiff WOULD make a motion for a mistrial based on, among other things, the revelation of Cipollone’s grossly unethical conduct/conflicts of interest. I wouldn’t be deterred that...https://twitter.com/survivingmyway/status/1223969647864745990 …
Isn't it more like a Hearing? Like confirmation hearings, but with an acquittal/convict outcome instead of approve/disapprove? I mean: 1) real trials aren't political (impeachment Trial is by definition) 2) in real trials the jury and judges are one and the same Also, witnesses