All three presidents were deeply unpopular with Congress the body responsible for a president’s impeachment and subsequent removal.
Johnson held on to his seat because it was claimed the charges against him were largely political in nature.
The House felt Trump had betrayed the country by asking a foreign country to influence the U.S. democratic process.
So what makes this time different?
Before that,Trump delivered a speechwhere he repeatedly talked about the need to “fight.”
We wait and take orders from our president" (viaThe New York Times).
At least five people died as a result of the siege on the Capitol.
All told, the trial could end up lasting no more than a week (viaMother Jones).
Among those who strongly feel there is a need tohold Trump accountableis GOP congressman Adam Kinzinger.
