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The List could be FAR longer (media.piefed.social)
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[–] 2 points 3 days ago (2 children)

I'm not from the US so I feel like I need more info.

Everyone seems excited about possible impeachments, but what is the actual consequences of them?

It feels like there aren't many serious consequences as a result based on previous ones?

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  • [–] 5 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago)

    If the House impeached a government official, it is referred to the senate to conduct an investigation and trial which can lead to removal from office. If they are removed they can be barred from ever holding office again. This cannot be pardoned by the president. This is not a criminal trial however, but may lead to criminal charges.

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  • [–] 3 points 2 days ago

    Previous ones were done with a slim Democratic majority. This brings about a much larger majority with a very unpopular administration meaning that the possibility of Republicans voting to convict is a lot better.

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