The power to impeach refers to the ability to formally accuse a public official, such as a federal judge, of wrongdoing. It is essentially bringing charges against them for misconduct or violations of their duties.
Related terms
Impeachment Process: The series of steps taken by Congress to investigate and potentially remove an official from office.
Articles of Impeachment: Formal charges brought against an official during impeachment proceedings.
Senate Trial: If an official is impeached by the House of Representatives, they face trial in the Senate where Senators act as jurors.