Midvale • Rep. Ben McAdams on Friday reiterated his support for presidential oversight, but stopped short of saying whether an impeachment inquiry is justified or whether President Donald Trump’s actions warrant removal from office.
The Utah Democrat has been reluctant to join his House Democratic colleagues in backing the inquiry, remarking on the need for impartiality but largely dodging reporters’ questions on whether he, individually, sees a need for a formal impeachment probe.
“The president’s actions yesterday, as well as allegations that he has abused his power and harmed our national security for his own personal gain, are serious,” McAdams said, “and they demand attention from Congress where we have a constitutional duty to conduct oversight.