
Arguing Impeachment, with Legal Titans Alan Dershowitz and Laurence Tribe | Ep. 62
The Megyn Kelly Show
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Impeachment: Defining High Crimes and Misdemeanors
This chapter explores the standards for impeachment, focusing on the necessity for clearly defined offenses as established by the framers of the Constitution. It contrasts serious crimes like treason with broader abuses of power, emphasizing the philosophical interpretations of impeachment from historical figures such as Hamilton and Madison. The discussion also addresses the intricate relationship between presidential speech, constitutional protections, and the ongoing debate about free speech in contemporary politics.
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