Question

A congressional review determines the president hired agents to steal political intelligence on a rival to assist in a re-election campaign. An investigative committee hearing determines whether impeachment charges should be brought against the president. What would justify this action by Congress?

The president is unable to perform certain duties.
The president is unpopular with the voters.
The president committed a high crime.
The president committed a minor crime.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. The president committed a high crime.

Explanation:

A president can be impeached for "high crimes and misdemeanors" or an abuse of power. President Trump was recently impeached for breaking a law stated in the constitution about giving aid to foreign countries.