How to Impeach and Remove the President

The video tutorial explains the impeachment process of a U.S. president, detailing its historical roots, constitutional basis, and the two-step process involving the House of Representatives and the Senate. It discusses the political nature of impeachment, the role of Congress, and provides historical examples, including Andrew Johnson, Richard Nixon, and Bill Clinton. The video concludes with a discussion on the current political climate and potential impeachment scenarios.

What are the constitutional grounds for impeaching a president?

• Failure to fulfill campaign promises

• Any criminal offense

• Treason, bribery, and high crimes and misdemeanors

• Disagreement with Congress

What role does the House of Representatives play in the impeachment process?

• Acts as the final decision-maker

• Appoints the Chief Justice for the trial

• Serves as a grand jury to decide on impeachment

• Conducts the trial and issues the verdict

What is required in the Senate to convict and remove a president?

• Approval from the Chief Justice

• A two-thirds majority

• A simple majority

• Unanimous consent

Which of the following officials can be impeached besides the president?

• State governors

• Federal judges

• Local mayors

• Members of Congress

What was the outcome of Andrew Johnson's impeachment trial?

• He was acquitted by one vote

• He resigned before the trial

• He was pardoned by the new president

• He was convicted and removed from office

Why did Richard Nixon resign before the impeachment process was completed?

• He was pardoned by Gerald Ford

• He lost support from his own party

• He was found guilty by the Senate

• He wanted to avoid a lengthy trial

What was the main reason for Bill Clinton's impeachment?

• High crimes and misdemeanors

• Obstruction of justice and perjury

• Treason

• Bribery