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The Hill's 12:30 Report: House voting Wednesday to send impeachment articles | What to watch as Senate preps for trial | Senators to be sworn in as jurors Thursday | Trump calls for 'outright dismissal' but GOP doesn't have the votes | Dem debate tonight in Iowa | Warren, Sanders fight unnerves progressives | Sanders closes in on Biden in Nevada | Trump to hold Milwaukee rally tonight | Gigi Hadid called as potential Weinstein juror | Free Chick-fil-A nuggets through Jan. 31

NEWS OF THE MORNING

Get ready to rumble:

Via The Hill's Cristina Marcos and Scott Wong, the House is voting on Wednesday to send the articles of impeachment to the Senate. http://bit.ly/2Rf5asK

How we know: Speaker Nancy Pelosi Nancy PelosiMcConnell focuses on confirming judicial nominees with COVID-19 talks stalled Overnight Defense: Top admiral says 'no condition' where US should conduct nuclear test 'at this time' | Intelligence chief says Congress will get some in-person election security briefings Pelosi must go — the House is in dire need of new leadership MORE (D-Calif.) told Democrats this morning, according to multiple Democrats.

What about impeachment managers?: Pelosi has not announced which lawmakers will serve as prosecutors. But the House resolution tomorrow will name the managers.

AND SENATORS WILL BE SWORN IN ON THURSDAY:

On Thursday, Senators will be sworn in as jurors in the impeachment trial. http://bit.ly/38cfrNf

It's Tuesday. I'm Cate Martel with a quick recap of the morning and what's coming up. Send comments, story ideas and events for our radar to cmartel@thehill.com -- and follow along on Twitter @CateMartel and Facebook.

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LATEST WITH THE IMPEACHMENT

Helpful read -- here is what to expect in the trial, logistically:

Via The Hill's Scott Wong, "Senate GOP leaders say opening arguments in the impeachment trial for President Trump Donald John TrumpHR McMaster says president's policy to withdraw troops from Afghanistan is 'unwise' Cast of 'Parks and Rec' reunite for virtual town hall to address Wisconsin voters Biden says Trump should step down over coronavirus response MORE will likely kick off early next week. But several procedural steps need to happen before the meat of the trial begins. Here's what to watch for in the coming days as the impeachment process finally shifts from the House to the Senate."

The play-by-play: http://bit.ly/38grjhh



HOW AN IMPEACHMENT TRIAL DIFFERS FROM COURT TRIALS:

Senators are both jury and judge There is no standard of proof There are no rules of evidence The punishment is political The outcome can't be appealed

Context and details for each: http://bit.ly/2tU4hxD

Sending mixed signals:

President Trump has been sending mixed signals to Senate Republicans over what he wants in the impeachment trial. http://bit.ly/2FQxgoU

What Trump is now calling for: Over the weekend, Trump called for an "outright dismissal" of the impeachment articles.

^ Compared to McConnell's strategy: Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell Addison (Mitch) Mitchell McConnellMcConnell focuses on confirming judicial nominees with COVID-19 talks stalled McConnell accuses Democrats of sowing division by 'downplaying progress' on election security Warren, Schumer introduce plan for next president to cancel ,000 in student debt MORE (R-Ky.) has been planning on holding a quick trial with no witnesses.

Tidbit about timing -- from Sen. John Cornyn John CornynAirline job cuts loom in battleground states Senate Republicans signal openness to working with Biden Hillicon Valley: DOJ indicts Chinese, Malaysian hackers accused of targeting over 100 organizations | GOP senators raise concerns over Oracle-TikTok deal | QAnon awareness jumps in new poll MORE (R-Texas): Cornyn told reporters that he expects opening arguments to begin next Tuesday. I.e.: The Senate would have two weeks until Trump's State of the Union address on Feb. 4.

KEEP IN MIND -- REPUBLICANS DON'T HAVE ENOUGH VOTES TO DISMISS THE IMPEACHMENT ARTICLES:

Sen. Roy Blunt Roy Dean BluntOn The Money: Trump undercuts GOP, calls for bigger COVID-19 relief package | Communities of color hit hardest financially by COVID-19 | Businesses, states pass on Trump payroll tax deferral Trump undercuts GOP, calls for bigger COVID-19 relief package Businesses, states pass on Trump payroll tax deferral MORE (R-Mo.), the No. 4 Senate Republican, told reporters: "I think our members generally are not interested in a motion to dismiss. ... Certainly there aren't 51 votes for a motion to dismiss." http://bit.ly/2QSTTzm

ON THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL

Free idea: Comedy Central Roast, but for presidential candidates:

Via The Hill's Reid Wilson, "For the first time since launching his first insurgent bid for the Democratic presidential nomination almost five years ago, Sen. Bernie Sanders Bernie SandersMcConnell accuses Democrats of sowing division by 'downplaying progress' on election security The Hill's Campaign Report: Arizona shifts towards Biden | Biden prepares for drive-in town hall | New Biden ad targets Latino voters Why Democrats must confront extreme left wing incitement to violence MORE (I-Vt.) finds himself under the harsh scrutiny of his leading rivals ahead of a critical debate Tuesday night in Des Moines." http://bit.ly/2Tpx3km

Timing: Two recent polls show Sanders performing well in Iowa, and he has secured key endorsements in New Hampshire.

The Warren campaign's beef: "Sen. Elizabeth Warren Elizabeth WarrenWarren, Schumer introduce plan for next president to cancel ,000 in student debt The Hill's 12:30 Report - Presented by Facebook - Don't expect a government check anytime soon No new taxes for the ultra rich — fix bad tax policy instead MORE (D-Mass.), a friend and ally, sees Sanders as an impediment to her own pool of progressive voters. She expressed outrage over the weekend after Sanders volunteers were reportedly given scripts casting her as a candidate of the elite unable to grow beyond the Democratic base. The Warren campaign also confirmed a CNN report Monday that Sanders had told her he did not believe a woman could win the White House, a report Sanders vehemently denied."

HOW THE SANDERS-WARREN FIGHT IS UNNERVING PROGRESSIVES:

http://bit.ly/3877DMI

New Nevada poll:

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and former Vice President Joe Biden Joe BidenCast of 'Parks and Rec' reunite for virtual town hall to address Wisconsin voters Biden says Trump should step down over coronavirus response Biden tells CNN town hall that he has benefited from white privilege MORE are neck in neck in a new Suffolk University–USA Today poll. http://bit.ly/2uObPCC

The full poll: http://bit.ly/2RfMzwr

THE NUMBERS:

Biden: 19 percent

Sanders: 18 percent, within the margin of error.

Warren: 11 percent

Former South Bend, Ind., Mayor Pete Buttigieg Pete ButtigiegBogeymen of the far left deserve a place in any Biden administration Overnight Defense: Woodward book causes new firestorm | Book says Trump lashed out at generals, told Woodward about secret weapons system | US withdrawing thousands of troops from Iraq A socially and environmentally just way to fight climate change MORE (D): 8 percent

Billionaire philanthropist Tom Steyer Tom SteyerTV ads favored Biden 2-1 in past month Inslee calls Biden climate plan 'perfect for the moment' OVERNIGHT ENERGY: Trump administration finalizes plan to open up Alaska wildlife refuge to drilling | California finalizes fuel efficiency deal with five automakers, undercutting Trump | Democrats use vulnerable GOP senators to get rare win on environment MORE: 8 percent

Sen. Amy Klobuchar Amy KlobucharEPA delivers win for ethanol industry angered by waivers to refiners It's time for newspapers to stop endorsing presidential candidates Biden marks anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act, knocks Trump and McConnell MORE (D-Minn.): 4 percent

Tech entrepreneur Andrew Yang Andrew YangDoctor who allegedly assaulted Evelyn Yang arrested on federal charges The Hill's Campaign Report: Biden weighs in on police shootings | Who's moderating the debates | Trump trails in post-convention polls Buttigieg launches his own podcast MORE: 4 percent

IN OTHER NEWS

Up to 10 Republican senators who may get on Trump's bad side:

Via The Hill's Alexander Bolton, "As many as 10 Republican senators are considering bucking President Trump on a resolution that would limit his ability to take military action against Iran." http://bit.ly/2NFKDwz

What this means: "The increasing number is the latest sign of growing GOP frustration over the Trump administration's justification for the drone strike that killed Iranian Gen. [Qasem] Soleimani."

Which Republican senators may vote with Democrats: "GOP Sens. Mike Lee Michael (Mike) Shumway LeeMcConnell shores up GOP support for coronavirus package McConnell tries to unify GOP Davis: The Hall of Shame for GOP senators who remain silent on Donald Trump MORE (Utah) and Rand Paul Randal (Rand) Howard PaulSecond GOP senator to quarantine after exposure to coronavirus GOP senator to quarantine after coronavirus exposure The Hill's Morning Report - Sponsored by National Industries for the Blind - Trump seeks to flip 'Rage' narrative; Dems block COVID-19 bill MORE (Ky.) have already voiced their support for the measure, and [Sen. Tim Kaine Timothy (Tim) Michael KaineBiden promises Democratic senators help in battleground states Second GOP senator to quarantine after exposure to coronavirus The Hill's Morning Report - Sponsored by The Air Line Pilots Association - Pence lauds Harris as 'experienced debater'; Trump, Biden diverge over debate prep MORE (D-Va.) says about eight more Republicans, including Sens. Susan Collins Susan Margaret CollinsThe Hill's Campaign Report: Biden asks if public can trust vaccine from Trump ahead of Election Day | Oklahoma health officials raised red flags before Trump rally Gideon leads Collins by 12 points in Maine Senate race: poll Senate leaders quash talk of rank-and-file COVID-19 deal MORE (Maine), Lisa Murkowski Lisa Ann MurkowskiGOP ramps up attacks on Democrats over talk of nixing filibuster OVERNIGHT ENERGY: House Democrats tee up vote on climate-focused energy bill next week | EPA reappoints controversial leader to air quality advisory committee | Coronavirus creates delay in Pentagon research for alternative to 'forever chemicals' House Democrats tee up vote on climate-focused energy bill next week MORE (Alaska), Todd Young Todd Christopher YoungSenate GOP eyes early exit Why the US should rely more on strategy, not sanctions Davis: The Hall of Shame for GOP senators who remain silent on Donald Trump MORE (Ind.) and Mitt Romney Willard (Mitt) Mitt RomneyGOP-led panel to hear from former official who said Burisma was not a factor in US policy Joe Biden's dangerous view of 'normalcy' The electoral reality that the media ignores MORE (Utah), are reviewing it."

Ha ha HA -- because this is just how news cycles work these days:

Supermodel Gigi Hadid was called as a potential juror for the Harvey Weinstein rape trial. https://cnn.it/2RdSulT

Casual: "Hadid, sitting in the jury box, said she had met the former film producer. When asked by Judge James Burke if she could be fair and impartial, Hadid answered, 'Yes.' After reading a list of potential witnesses, Judge Burke asked the jury pool if they knew of anyone on the list. Hadid raised her hand and said, 'I have met Salma Hayek,' according to the pool reporter."

NOTABLE TWEETS

It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood:

Watch: http://bit.ly/37ZMK5Q

ON TAP

The House and Senate are in.

11:30 a.m. EST: The Senate voted on Peter Gaynor's nomination to be administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

12:30 ­– 2:15 p.m. EST: The Senate meets for weekly caucus luncheons. The Senate's full schedule today: http://bit.ly/2NpQYfs

1:30 ­– 2:30 p.m. EST: First and last votes in the House. The House's full schedule today: http://bit.ly/385Tz5S

2:45 p.m. EST: President Trump receives an intelligence briefing.

4:40 p.m. EST: President Trump leaves for Milwaukee.

8 p.m. EST: President Trump holds a campaign rally in Milwaukee.

Midnight: President Trump gets back to the White House.

January 21: The Hill is hosting an event, "Mayors Matter: Deepening the Generational Compact in Communities" at The St. Regis Hotel in Washington, D.C. Details and how to RSVP: http://bit.ly/2NtlG7o

WHAT TO WATCH

9 p.m. EST: Six Democratic presidential candidates debate in Iowa. Details: https://n.pr/2Tmxegr

NOW FOR THE FUN STUFF...

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