Schumer says four Republicans must vote with Democrats on rules if Senate wants fair impeachment trial

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer says the key to a fair impeachment trial is getting four Republican senators to join Democrats in shaping the proceeding

"I hope, pray, and believe there's a decent chance that four Republicans will join us. If they do, we will have a fair trial," Schumer said on ABC's"This Week."As Congress continues to discuss impeachment this week, senators have been preparing for a trial where they will decide whether President Donald Trump should be removed from office.

" Read MoreOn Sunday, Schumer said the trial will be a"sham" -- and predicted there will be blowback for Trump and other Republicans -- if Democratic-proposed rules and witnesses aren't approved.

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