Which of the Following Is True of Johnson's Impeachment Trial

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of Johnson's impeachment trial?

• A) Ironically, Johnson was saved by the Radical Republicans, who argued that impeachment should not be used as a political weapon.
• B) Because of public outrage at the way Johnson was being forced out of office, the Senate voted to acquit him.
• C) Johnson's acquittal by the Senate established the precedent that Congress could not use impeachment as a political weapon against the President.
• D) Although Johnson was found guilty, his appeal to the Supreme Court prevented his removal from office.

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