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Andrew Prokop

Andrew Prokop

Senior Politics Correspondent

    Latest articles by Andrew Prokop

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    Trump’s final pardon spree, explainedTrump’s final pardon spree, explained
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    Bannon got a pardon. Corrupt politicians from both parties got clemency.

    By Andrew Prokop
    Why Trump couldn’t steal the election — and how a future demagogue could
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    The system only works if enough people in power agree to let it.

    By Andrew Prokop
    The second impeachment of Donald Trump, explained
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    Is conviction a real possibility? When will the Senate trial be — and can they even hold one?

    By Andrew Prokop
    What comes next for Trump’s impeachment in the Senate
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    The bulk of the trial will likely unfold once Biden is president.

    By Andrew Prokop
    Politics
    Rep. Liz Cheney has backed impeaching Trump — and even Mitch McConnell may be open to itRep. Liz Cheney has backed impeaching Trump — and even Mitch McConnell may be open to it
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    For the first time, there are signs some top Republican leaders are ready to take action against Trump.

    By Andrew Prokop
    Politics
    Republican senator: White House aides say Trump was “delighted” as Capitol was stormedRepublican senator: White House aides say Trump was “delighted” as Capitol was stormed
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    Sen. Ben Sasse said that, according to senior White House officials, Trump was “confused” why others weren’t as excited.

    By Andrew Prokop
    Politics
    Democrats are moving toward impeaching President Trump for his post-election conductDemocrats are moving toward impeaching President Trump for his post-election conduct
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    But will he actually be removed from office before his term expires?

    By Andrew Prokop
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    Will Trump be impeached or face removal under the 25th Amendment?Will Trump be impeached or face removal under the 25th Amendment?
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    Democrats say they want action. Key Republicans are hoping to just wait things out.

    By Andrew Prokop
    Congress has formally recognized Joe Biden’s victory
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    After a chaotic day, the election result stood.

    By Andrew Prokop
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    The 25th Amendment: The quickest way Trump could be stripped of power, explainedThe 25th Amendment: The quickest way Trump could be stripped of power, explained
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    Mike Pence and the Cabinet could declare Trump “unable” to serve.

    By Andrew Prokop