The House Judiciary Committee said Tuesday it would begin hearings on December 4 in the next phase of the impeachment inquiry into Donald Trump — inviting the US president and his lawyer to attend. Jerry Nadler, chairman of the Democratic-controlled committee, said the first hearing would begin at 10:00 am (1500 GMT). “The Committee looks forward to your participation in the impeachment inquiry as the Committee fulfils its constitutional duties,” Nadler said.