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The congressional impeachment process, as outlined in the U.S. Constitution, involves the House of Representatives bringing formal charges of wrongdoing against a federal official, followed by the Senate holding a trial to determine whether the official should be removed from office.
Here's a breakdown of the process:
- 1.House of Representatives Impeachment:
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The House initiates the impeachment process by formally charging an official with wrongdoing. This is done through a simple majority vote to pass articles of impeachment.