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Impeachment and accountability

The process of impeachment and the debates surrounding the accountability of a sitting U.S. president, including the role of Congress and the courts.

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Jan 25, 2026
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What specific federal statutes could apply to a sitting U.S. president for crimes alleged during their term?

can be investigated for federal crimes, but longstanding policy and contested constitutional doctrines limit or bar criminal prosecution while in office—leaving a narrow, politically fraught set of st...

Feb 3, 2026

What legal arguments have Trump’s lawyers made about presidential immunity in criminal matters, and how have courts responded?

’s lawyers urged the courts to recognize for presidential conduct—arguing absolute protection for acts within the “outer perimeter” of official responsibilities and pressing that , not criminal courts...