How Impeachment Works
Understand How Impeachment Works in plain language, where the authority comes from, and how to find official records or next steps.
Impeachment is a constitutional process for charging and potentially removing presidents, judges, and civil officers for serious misconduct.
Executive power is strongest when tied to law, transparency, and accountable administration.
How Impeachment Works
Impeachment is a constitutional process for charging and potentially removing presidents, judges, and civil officers for serious misconduct.
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