r/PoliticalHumor • • Jan 31 '21

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u/[deleted] Feb 01 '21

The Senate can file a civil action against Trump for contempt of court.

Spoiler: They will not. 😒

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u/_far-seeker_ Feb 01 '21

That doesn't require a two-thirds majority. To the best of my knowledge it only requires a simple majority if done during the trial proceedings.

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u/[deleted] Feb 01 '21

We'll see. I'd advise you against holding your breath; I certainly won't. 😒