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contrast the roles that the house and senate play in the impeachment and conviction process by matching each chamber to its correct roles.
drag each item on the left to its matching item on the right. note that every item may not have a match, while some items may have more than one match.
convicts or acquits the individual charged
involves a vote requiring a simple majority
involves a vote requiring a two - thirds majority
charges an individual with \treason, bribery, or other high crimes and misdemeanors\
initiates the impeachment process
The House of Representatives has the power to impeach (initiate the process, charge) with a simple majority vote. The Senate acts as the trial chamber. For conviction in the Senate, a two - thirds majority is needed, and it is the Senate that decides to convict or acquit.
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- House: involves a vote requiring a simple majority; charges an individual with "Treason, Bribery, or other high Crimes and Misdemeanors"; initiates the impeachment process
- Senate: convicts or acquits the individual charged; involves a vote requiring a two - thirds majority