Donald Trump impeachment trial begins - what to expect

Trial begins in Senate today but is unlikely to lead to US president’s removal

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Donald Trump’s impeachment trial is set to begin today, as he becomes only the third US president to face such proceedings.

The hearing in the Senate, which is due to begin at 1pm local time (6pm GMT), could technically lead to Trump being removed from office but this is not expected.

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