13 Feb 2021

Prof Lawrence Douglas: Donald Trump's second impeachment trial

From Saturday Morning, 8:12 am on 13 February 2021
Prof Lawrence Douglas

Prof Lawrence Douglas Photo: Supplied

The second impeachment trial of the former US President Donald Trump is entering a critical phase.

Amherst College law professor Lawrence Douglas joins us to discuss partisanship, the proceedings, and their ramifications for the US political scene.

Prof Douglas is the author of several books including 2020's Will He Go?: Trump and the Looming Election Meltdown.

House impeachment managers proceed through the Capitol Rotunda from the House side of the US Capitol to the US Senate chamber.

House impeachment managers proceed through the Capitol Rotunda from the House side of the US Capitol to the US Senate chamber. Photo: AFP or licensors

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