(Reuters) - U.S. senators are expected to hear opening statements next week in the impeachment trial on whether to remove President Donald Trump from office on charges he abused his powers and obstructed a congressional inquiry into his effort to pressure Ukraine to investigate Democratic presidential contender Joe Biden.
Upon the arrival of Chief Justice John Roberts, who will preside over the trial, the senators are expected to silently stand until Roberts takes his seat.
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