A majority of Americans say they think Congress opening an impeachment inquiry into President Trump is necessary, according to a CBS News poll
The poll, conducted by YouGov, shows 55% of Americans think the newly-opened probe necessary, while 45% of Americans think it unnecessary.On Tuesday, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced a formal impeachment inquiry into the President after a transcript of a July call with Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed he pushed Zelensky to investigate former Vice President Joe Biden -- his potential 2020 political rival -- and his son, Hunter.
Read MoreAmericans split on whether Trump deserves to be impeached over his actions in the handling of matters concerning Ukraine, with 42% saying he does deserve to be impeached over his actions and 36% saying he does not. Twenty-two percent say it's too soon to say, according to the poll.When it comes to Trump's actions concerning Ukraine, 41% -- including most Democrats -- say he acted illegally while 28% -- including most Republicans -- say he acted properly, the poll notes.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
A majority of Americans back Trump impeachment inquiry and say it's 'necessary,' as support for proceedings grow: pollForty-one percent believed the president acted illegally; 31 percent felt he acted improperly but lawfully; and 28 percent said he acted properly, according to a new CBS News poll.
Read more »
Ex-Trump official scolds president and allies for Ukraine mess
Read more »
Opinion: Impeaching Trump on the phone call alone won't go far enoughWe need an all-encompassing indictment that defines 'high crimes and misdemeanors' for future presidents
Read more »
Trump Scandal Puts Ukraine’s Zelensky In Awkward PositionUkraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky's lacking political experience may have cost him close relations with the U.S. and EU.
Read more »