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CLEP Social Sciences

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Why was President Bill Clinton impeached by the House of Representatives?
  1. Clinton demeaned the office of the presidency in the Lewinsky affair.
  2. Clinton was accused of committing perjury when testifying about the Lewinsky affair.
  3. Clinton falsely used his influence to arrive a high-power job for Paula Jones.
  4. It was found that Clinton abused his presidential power to raise money for his 1996 re-election campaign.
Explanation
Answer - B - President Bill Clinton was impeached by the House of Representatives because he was accused of committing perjury when testifying about the Lewinsky affair.

Key Takeaway: Under the Constitution, lying before a federal grand jury, otherwise known as “perjury” is considered a misdemeanor. Any misdemeanor committed by the President is grounds for impeachment. Clinton was accused of lying before the federal court about his affair with White House intern, Monica Lewinsky. Clinton’s impeachment trial was held in 1999. After much debate, Clinton was acquitted and remained President for the duration of his term.
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