When Nixon resigned after being impeached, the senate declined to follow through with a trial as it was rendered moot. Should that not have set precedent?
Of course you can, however I dont see that congress has the judicial authority to try someone no longer in office. Granted, there have been very few impeachment in the history of the US, however, it seems to me that the Nixon situation should be considered moving forward. IF a former official was to be tried, I would hope it would be done through the regular courts.
Of course you can, however I dont see that congress has the judicial authority to try someone no longer in office. Granted, there have been very few impeachment in the history of the US, however, it seems to me that the Nixon situation should be considered moving forward. IF a former official was to be tried, I would hope it would be done through the regular courts.