Bennie Thompson actually said...

"I still think this will have a huge effect on the future of Donald Trump and the future of the Republican Party."

"I do think this trial opens that whole Pandora`s Box for president Donald Trump because he engaged in conduct where he misused his power in such a forceful way and the harm was so great."

"This violent insurrection at the Capitol was orchestrated by former President Trump and his lawyer along with the Oathkeepers and the Proud Boys. And we`re going to have our day in court."

"The Senate refused to do what I feel was their job is to convict Donald Trump. This lawsuit is another opportunity."