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What is impeachment?

The process by which a legislative body formally levels charges against a high officer of government.

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Which US presidents have been impeached?

Andrew Johnson, Donald Trump (twice), and Bill Clinton.

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Which house has the sole power to try in impeachment cases

Senate

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What fraction of the Senate vote is required for conviction in an impeachment trial?

Two-thirds

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Who files articles of impeachment

House of representatives

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Who serves jury

Senate

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Who serves as judge in president impeachment trial

Chief justice of Supreme Court

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