Trump incited his mob to riot because he lost the election. And while white nationalists overtook the Capitol, leading to five deaths and threatening the lives of many more, Trump posted a video proclaiming to the insurrectionists that "I love you and you are all very special."
We must make sure that Donald Trump never holds public office - and we must send a message to all future Presidents that they will be held accountable for their crimes.
The Senate will now hold an impeachment trial. Mitch McConnell has indicated this trial will not proceed until Trump is out of office. Even though the trial won't happen until Trump is already gone, it could still have the effect of preventing him from running for president again.
We cannot allow this desperate despot to regain power in future elections. He is a threat to us, our communities, and our country. The Senate must vote to convict and disqualify Trump.
