it is of course inherently a political process, but what happened during clinton was much more in line with our expectations. the problem going into impeachment after having mcconnell take this sort of vow is there's no way trump can be truly be exonerated. even if they vote to acquit him it's a rigged jury. it's not an acquittal. >> it's such a great point because it is instructive to the fact that all of this appears to be a blatant power play. you go on hannity to assure everyone don't worry, there's not even a pretense or a head fake at this being a real process. now, again, whether every republican or senator or other senator goes along is a different question. this is the tone mcconnell is setting. and i want to read because it does matter particularly not only does it matter to the law but people who say they are originalists or serve about the texts or they care about their duties under the constitution, i want to read this oath for senate trials which says i solemnly swear or affirm in all