Congress
How many presidents have been impeached as of 2020?
3
What are expressed powers?
specific powers listed in the Constitution.
What is one of the three formal qualifications
be at least 25
U.S. citizen for at least 7 years
resident in the state they represent
How long is each term?
6 years
How does a bill become a law?
What kind of legislation does the US have?
Bicameral legislation
What tax was limited by the Framers?
direct tax
How long is each term?
2 years
What is at least one formal qualification for the Senate?
at least 30 years old
U.S. citizen for at least 9 years
resident of the state they represent
Can the president not sign a bill and it still passes?
yes, pocket veto
Where does the impeachment start in Congress?
The House of Representatives
What is the other name for the necessary and proper clause?
elastic clause
Who is the Speaker of the House
Nancy Pelosi
The governor of that state appoints someone else to that seat for the time being.
2/3 vote
Who resigned before becoming impeached?
President Richard Nixon
What power is coinage power under?
Expressed powers
When does each census occur?
every 10 years
How many people are a part of the Senate?
100 people
Can the public go to committee hearings?
yes
Did any of the presidents get kicked out of office after their impeachments?
No
What does clause 5 have the power of?
coining money
What is the average number of people each representative has?
735,000 people
How many standing committees does the Senate have?
16 committies
Is Congress the only one who can prepose bills?
No, anyone can including the president