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Friday, January 31, 2020 - The Day's Most Fascinating News from Dave Pell Friday, January 31, 2020 1 LAMAR A LAGO When it comes to ethics in the Trump era, always bet the under. We could all see the ultimate result coming, the only question was how exactly it would play out. The key twist played out when Lamar Alexander outlined his reasons for not calling for witnesses at the Senate trial: "There is no need for more evidence to prove that the president asked Ukraine to investigate Joe Biden and his son, Hunter; he said this on television ... and during his July 25, 2019, telephone call with the president of Ukraine ... But the Constitution does not give the Senate the power to remove the president from office and ban him from this year's ballot simply for actions that are inappropriate." In other words, the verdict is that he...

Skimm'd whilst preparing for a major exit JANUARY 31, 2020 READ IN BROWSER Skimm'd whilst preparing for a major exit   QUOTE OF THE DAY   "I'm just shocked that I've done something that's upset people more than 'Cats'" – James Corden , after he was caught not driving during "Carpool Karaoke." Don't worry, James, it'll be kara-ok. HERE WE GO The Story President Trump's impeachment trial could be coming to an end . What do you mean? First, a quick reminder of how we got here. Last year, the House impeached Trum...