Why Adam Schiff’s forceful argument recalls Michael Cohen’s ominous warning to Congress about Trump

AlterNet logoIf you haven’t already, I encourage you to put aside nine minutes to watch Representative Adam Schiff’s closing remarks from Thursday’s Senate trial.

Schiff began by stating the obvious: the facts prove that Donald Trump is guilty as charged. We all know it. But the question remains as to whether he should be removed from office. Schiff makes the case that Trump should be removed because he has demonstrated that he will choose his own personal interests over protecting our national interests—which makes him dangerous.

At that point, I was reminded of the warning Michael Cohen gave to Congress last year. Continue reading (video of both speeches on the post).