LIVEBLOG: Senators Sworn In For Impeachment Trial

January 16, 2020

Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts was sworn in just after 2 p.m. ET to preside over the Senate impeachment trial of President Trump. After being sworn in himself, Roberts swore in the senators to serve as jurors in the trial. Follow along below, and refresh this page for updates.

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WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 16: Escorted by U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms Michael Stenger (R), U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts arrives at the U.S. Capitol January 16, 2020 in Washington, DC. The Senate is ... WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 16: Escorted by U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms Michael Stenger (R), U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts arrives at the U.S. Capitol January 16, 2020 in Washington, DC. The Senate is beginning pre-trial impeachment proceedings today. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images) MORE LESS

What To Expect

Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts was sworn in to preside over the trial. He swore in the senators to serve as jurors.
House impeachment managers read the articles aloud on the Senate floor around noon ET.
The Senate trial is set to begin at 1 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Jan. 21.