Impeaching refers to the process of bringing formal charges against a high-ranking government official, such as the President, for misconduct or violation of the law. It is similar to filing a criminal indictment in a regular court.
Related terms
Articles of Impeachment: These are the specific charges brought against an official during the impeachment process.
High Crimes and Misdemeanors: This term refers to serious offenses committed by public officials that can lead to impeachment.
Senate Trial: After being impeached by the House of Representatives, a trial is held in the Senate where senators act as jurors to decide whether or not to remove the president from office.