impeachments

Can The House Of Reps Limit The Presidents Powers?

by

Can The House Of Reps Limit The Presidents Powers? In recent years, Congress has restricted the powers of the President with laws such as the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 and the War Powers Resolution; nevertheless, the Presidency remains considerably more powerful than during the 19th century. Does Congress have authority over

What Happens If An Impeached Official Is Convicted?

by

What Happens If An Impeached Official Is Convicted? The Constitution requires a two-thirds vote of the Senate to convict, and the penalty for an impeached official upon conviction is removal from office. In some cases, the Senate has also disqualified such officials from holding public offices in the future. There is no appeal. What happens