Democrats, however, are still pushing forward with the trial.
The comeback plan
Despite Trump being out of office, his political power and influence are far from vanquished. Since departing from the White House, the 45th president has mulled over starting his own social media company among other possible ventures.
Towards the end of January, Trump also met with House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy in Florida. During his meeting, Trump agreed to assist the House GOP in regaining the majority. Likewise, the former president has already gone on record, promising to help primary Republicans who voted for his impeachment.
Despite the Never Trump wing of the GOP, the former president remains deeply beloved amongst Republican populists and grassroots conservatives. Therefore, a plethora of means for Trump to make a political comeback exist.
For right now, however, the former president is observing the impeachment trial from his estate in Florida. Trump’s attorneys will continue to make their case on the 45th president’s behalf in the days to come.
