articles of impeachment
Congressional removal document
Articles of impeachment are formal charges brought against a government official accused of serious misconduct.
In U.S. law, the House of Representatives drafts and votes on articles of impeachment; if approved, the official faces trial in the Senate.
Each article specifies a distinct alleged offense: The House approved two articles of impeachment against the president.
- high crimesOffenses justifying impeachment
- Andrew JohnsonPost-Civil War president
- CongressU.S. lawmaking body
- indictmentFormal charge from jury
- abuse of powerMisusing entrusted authority
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- impeachmenthigh crimes, Senate trial, misdemeanors, removal from office, House vote
- Nixon eraNixon, Watergate scandal, resignation, coverup, Deep Throat
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articles of impeachmentacquittal
Formal clearing of charges
exoneration · vindication · not guilty verdict · clearance · absolution
articles of impeachmentvote of confidence
Formal expression of support
endorsement · confirmation · inauguration · swearing-in · oath of office
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