Nancy Pelosi, the Democratic Speaker of the US House of Representatives, said she would “make sure” President Trump does not “intimidate” the whistleblower who first sparked an impeachment inquiry as public hearings launch into their second week.
Mr Trump has focused on the identity of the anonymous whistleblower who brought to light the president’s dealings with Ukraine which are behind the inquiry, asking why he is not “entitled to interview” the person, saying: “I deserve to meet my accuser.”
Speaking on CBS, Ms Pelosi said Mr Trump was welcome to appear before the impeachment inquiry. “The president could come right before the committee and talk, speak all the truth that he wants,” she said.