Explain the term "impeachment"
Impeachment is the process of bringing formal charges against a public official in order to remove that person from office. It is performed by an organization, such as a legislature, in order to investigate allegations of misconduct, and can result in removal of the official from office if sufficient evidence is found.
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Explain the term "impeachment"

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Impeachment is the process of bringing formal charges against a public official in order to remove that person from office. It is performed by an organization, such as a legislature, in order to investigate allegations of misconduct, and can result in removal of the official from office if sufficient evidence is found.