News Wrap: McConnell, Schumer remain divided over impeachment trial

PBS News Hour - World

English - January 03, 2020 23:35 - ★★★★ - 79 ratings
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In our news wrap Friday, the Senate returned from break still divided on procedures for an impeachment trial of President Trump. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell again refused to commit to calling additional witnesses, while Minority Leader Chuck Schumer insisted top White House aides should testify. Also, the confrontation with Iran sent U.S. oil prices surging 3 percent as stocks sank.