The two men served as star witnesses during the Democratic-controlled House of Representatives’ impeachment investigation last year. Trump has said he is still upset with Democrats and government officials involved in the impeachment investigation, even after he was acquitted on Wednesday. “I am grateful to President Trump for having given me the opportunity to serve,” he said. The White House and State Department did not immediately respond to requests for comment on Sondland’s removal. Vindman’s two-year stint at the White House had been due to end in July.

Source: bd News24 February 08, 2020 02:03 UTC