Of course, Mr. Trump would yell bloody murder about his “right” to a speedy trial, but this is a political not a criminal matter, and no such right exists. Besides, didn’t Mitch McConnell invoke the same in the Merrick Garland case? This would leave Mr. Trump twisting in the wind while the Dems pursued their winning kitchen table agenda. Of course, a Democratic victory would make the case moot, while a Democratic defeat would leave the option open to try to remove him. Jay SchleiferWellington, Fla.To the Editor:Those of us who believe that it is essential to hold President Trump accountable must hope that the leadership of the House of Representatives does not limit the articles of impeachment against President Trump to the current Ukraine issues.

Source: New York Times December 03, 2019 18:00 UTC