I believed the allegations of perjury and obstruction of justice were serious and credible.

the gentleman from Florida is, apparently, most Members on the other side are not interested in the evidence and, therefore, have not even reviewed it.

those of us who are sinners must feel especially wretched today, losing the gentleman from Louisiana (Mr

The gentleman is not recognized for that purpose, and the House has already established by unanimous consent the 2-hour time limit

I believe it is incumbent upon the Committee to work with all deliberate speed in order to conclude this matter as soon and as fairly as possible.

I ask forgiveness for anybody that I have caused pain to.

I submit if we do not impeach him, we will send a message that will result in more people lying in court and committing perjury than they do already.

I urge us to forge a way to rise above the nasty politics that have clouded this body.

I believe there is enough evidence to warrant further inquiry by the Judiciary Committee.

I believe the Founders never envisioned this provision of our Constitution being used in such an unconstitutional and unfair manner as to overthrow an election where the American people have gone to the polls to vote and elect their…

s actions. With the exception of voting to commit the nation to war, this is the most solemn and serious action which Members of the Congress must take. This action is not taken lightly. The rule of law and respect for the sanctity of our…

I ask that they respect the right of those of us who wish to express our disapproval but who deeply believe that the impeachment and the removal of our President would be a travesty to the principle of proportionality, it would be unfair…