The Democrats can't impeach on a partisan vote, but enough Republicans that barely skated might jump ship. Some of them have 6 years for people to forget an impeachment vote.
They know damned well Trump is dying of dementia and when he goes the MAGA cult pops. Best to get ahead of the curve and say, "I stood up and did the right thing!"
No, I'm not holding out any hope, but at least I can see a path if I squint real hard.