Letter: Rep. Chris Stewart doesn’t understand what a coup is

Rep. Chris Stewart’s claim that the ongoing impeachment hearings constitute a coup d’état by the Democrats reflects a poor understanding and hyperbolic use of the term.A coup d’état is an unlawful seizure of power by a dictator, the military or other faction. Congress is conducting lawful hearings envisioned by the Constitution. Impeachment would require a vote by the full House of Representatives. Removal of President Trump from office would require a trial befor