Question

19 guest, guest which phrase best describes the power of impeachment? a the ability of the u.s. house to charge federal officers with a crime or violation b the ability of the u.s. supreme court to determine constitutionality of laws c the power of the u.s. senate to remove federal officers for a crime or violation d the power of the u.s. president to enforce decisions of federal courts

Explanation:

Impeachment in the U.S. system starts with the House of Representatives bringing charges (articles of impeachment) against a federal officer for alleged crimes or violations. The Senate then holds a trial. Option B is about judicial review, option C is about the Senate's role in the impeachment - trial and removal process (but not the power of impeachment itself), and option D is about the President's enforcement power.

Answer:

A. the ability of the U.S. House to charge federal officers with a crime or violation