Independent – There are now four grounds to impeach Donald Trump and a fifth is “on its way”, according to former Labour Secretary Robert Reich.
Posting on Twitter, Mr Reich outlined the four reasons he thinks Mr Trump could be impeached.
By my count, there are now four grounds to impeach Trump. The fifth seems to be on its way. pic.twitter.com/PfAw0a0hfU
— Robert Reich (@RBReich) March 9, 2017
He said Mr Trump is “‘unfaithfully’ executing his duties” by accusing former President Barack Obama of “undertaking an illegal (and impeachable) act.”
Last weekend, Mr Trump accused Mr Obama of wiretapping his phones in Trump Tower, though he provided no evidence for his claim.
A spokesman for Mr Obama denied he ever ordered the wiretapping of any US citizen.
Mr Reich also said although part of the constitution forbids government officials from taking things of value from foreign governments, “Trump is making big money off his Trump International Hotel by steering foreign diplomatic delegations to it, and will make a bundle off China’s recent decision to grant his trademark applications for the Trump brand — decisions Chinese authorities arrived at directly because of decisions Trump has made as president.”
China recently granted preliminary approval for dozens of Trump-branded businesses, including new hotels, spas, massage parlours and personal security services.
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