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In the US, impeachment is the first step in attempting to remove a public official from office. Impeachment means "to bring charges against."

The House of Representatives has the sole power of impeachment, which is like a grand jury indictment sending a defendant to trial.

The Senate conducts the trial phase of the process. If the official is convicted by a two-thirds vote of the Senate, then he or she is removed from office. If fewer than two-thirds of the members vote for conviction, then the official is acquitted and remains in office.

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