Impeachment

Impeachment is the process whereby a high-ranking official gets voted off the island of politics. This is often done by accusing said official of doing something naughty, like playing with their phone in a meeting or taking the last donut from the break room.

The origins of impeachment can be traced back to ancient Rome, where senators would vote to exile their colleagues from the city for not sharing their wine. However, it wasn’t until 1787, when the United States Constitution was written, that impeachment became a formal process.

The U.S. Constitution grants the power of impeachment to the House of Representatives, which can initiate the process by accusing an official of “high crimes and misdemeanors.” This can include anything from lying under oath to wearing socks with sandals.

Once the House brings the charges, the Senate holds the impeachment trial. This is where the action really heats up. The accused official gets to put on a show, like a politician version of Law and Order. They can bring in witnesses, argue their case, and even wear a fancy suit.

If the official is found guilty by a two-thirds majority, they are removed from office, and the voters get to elect someone new who promises to do better. It’s like the political version of a reality TV show, where one person gets kicked off each week, but with more lawyers.

Overall, impeachment is a necessary and important process to hold officials accountable for their actions. Without it, we’d be stuck with politicians who never face consequences for their bad behavior. And let’s face it, nobody wants that.