Article 1 Flashcards
What is Impeachment?
Charged with crime
Who were the 3 presidents that were impeached?
Bill Clinton, Donald Trump, Andrew Johnson
How many representatives are in each state?
1
How many total representatives?
435
What branch is mostly in Article 1?
Legislative Branch
What is the lower house of Congress?
House of Representitives
Whats the higher house of Congress?
Senate
What are the 3 rules to become a representative?
Must be 25 years old, Must live in America for 7 years, Must live in the district.
What are the 3 rules to become a senator?
Must be 30 years old, Must live in America for 9 years, and Must live in the state you’re going to represent.
How many years are representatives’ terms?
2
How many years are senators’ terms?
6
Where does impeachment begin?
House of Representitives
Where is the impeachment trial held?
Senate
Who is the judge of the impeachment trial?
Vice president Kamala Harris, or if Its the president or the vice president. Its the supreme court chief justice.
What fraction of the votes have to prove that the person that was impeached was guilty?
2/3 vote
What’s the main purpose of Congress?
To make and establish laws.
What are the consequences if you are found guilty from an impeachment?
You cannot run for any federal government, and cant be in the federal government anymore.
What are 2 houses together called?
Bicameral
How often do we take a census?
About every 10 years
Who is the speaker of the house?
nancy pelosi
Who is the president of the senate?
Vice president (Kamala Harris)
How many senators does each state receive?
2
Who are the senators for Illinois and what are their political parties?
Democratic. Tammy Duckworth, and Dick Durbin
