Impeachment Process and Powers

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What is Impeachment?

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Impeachment is the process of charging a government official with misconduct.

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Which branch of government has the power to impeach a President? Options: Senate, House of Representatives, Department of Justice, Supreme Court

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House of Representatives

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What are the constitution grounds for impeachment?

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Treason, bribery, or other high crimes and misdemeanors.

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Which body conducts the trial after a government official has been impeached?

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The Senate

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What is the required vote for removal from office in the U.S. Senate?

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Two-thirds majority vote

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Who presides over an impeachment trial of the president?

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Chief Justice of the United States

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Which president resigned before impeachment proceedings could be completed?

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Richard Nixon

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Which president was impeached for perjury and obstruction of justice?

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Bill Clinton

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Which president was impeached twice during his presidency?

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Donald Trump

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Which president was impeached after violating the Tenure of Office Act?

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Andrew Johnson