Murkowski says she 'cannot vote to convict,' but calls Trump's actions 'shameful and wrong'

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Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska announced that she 'cannot vote to convict' President Trump in the Senate impeachment trial, but nevertheless called his actions 'shameful and wrong'

Washington Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska announced Monday that she"cannot vote to convict" President Donald Trump in the Senate impeachment trial but nevertheless called his actions"shameful and wrong."

In remarks on the Senate floor Monday evening, the senator had strong words for Trump, saying,"The President's behavior was shameful and wrong. His personal interests do not take precedence over those of this great nation." She went on to say,"The President has the responsibility to uphold the integrity and the honor of the office, not just for himself, but for all future presidents.

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