Trump to unveil Mideast peace plan amid skepticism

ARON HELLER Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is set to unveil his administration's much-anticipated Mideast peace plan in the latest American venture to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Odds of it taking shape, though, appear long, given the Palestinians' preemptive rejection of of the plan and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's shaky political standing. For both men, the White House summit looks to be a welcome diversion. Trump is expected to present the proposal alongside the Netanyahu at noon Tuesday. The event comes the same day as Trump's impeachment trial continues in the Senate and the Israeli parliament holds a hearing to discuss Netanyahu's request for immunity from criminal corruption charges. The proposal is expected to be very