HMM: House Democrats gave Trump ‘everything he wanted’ on a $738 billion defense bill while on the brink of impeaching him.

Previously: Democrats, White House announce deal on new North American trade agreement.

Forget the impeachment theatrics, which really are little more than a sideshow to keep the base riled up. Because when it comes to serious issues like trade and defense, House Democrats sure are negotiating as though they believe Trump will be around a while longer. Like, five years longer. They wouldn’t give a lame duck “everything he wanted” on anything.

Meanwhile, Charles Blow is resetting expectations lower: Impeachment in the House Is the Victory.