Politico swinging for the fences
Trump's impeachment trial could extend into next week

White House officials wanted more time to prepare their closing arguments in the case, said several sources.
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Republicans suggest the trial could extend into next week due to scheduling concerns over the Iowa caucuses on Monday and Trump's State of the Union address on Tuesday.

waitwut. Did I miss the silent vote before recess?

Sen. Roy Blunt (R-Mo.), the No. 4 Senate Republican, said that the GOP may convene again later Friday after defeating a vote on whether to hear from more witnesses.
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Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) did not respond to a question about timing. He may ultimately offer a motion on Friday that would set the parameters of the end of Trump's trial and determine whether senators [?!] will make final statements [?!] about their verdicts [?!] on Trump and how much time to give House managers and the White House counsel time to finish their arguments.

"The Senate stands in recess subject to the call of the Chair" rather than The Desk.(senate.gov)