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Expunging the January 13, 2021, impeachment of President Donald John Trump.

2/27/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 547

Bill 118 H.Res. 547, also known as the Expunging the January 13, 2021, impeachment of President Donald John Trump, is a proposed legislation in the US Congress. The bill aims to expunge the impeachment of former President Donald Trump that took place on January 13, 2021.

The bill seeks to remove the impeachment from the official record, essentially erasing it as if it never happened. This would mean that the impeachment would no longer be considered a part of President Trump's legacy or historical record.

Supporters of the bill argue that the impeachment was politically motivated and unjust, and that expunging it would correct what they see as a mistake. They believe that the impeachment was a partisan attack on President Trump and that it should not be allowed to tarnish his reputation. Opponents of the bill argue that expunging the impeachment would set a dangerous precedent and undermine the constitutional process of impeachment. They believe that the impeachment was justified based on President Trump's actions and that it should remain on the official record. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 547 is a controversial piece of legislation that raises questions about the role of impeachment in American politics and the power of Congress to hold the President accountable for their actions.

Congressional Summary of HRES 547

This resolution expunges the January 13, 2021, impeachment of President Trump.

Current Status of Bill HRES 547

Bill HRES 547 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2023. Bill HRES 547 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 22, 2023.  Bill HRES 547's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of June 22, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 547

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
24
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
24
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 547

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 547

Expunging the January 13, 2021, impeachment of President Donald John Trump.
Expunging the January 13, 2021, impeachment of President Donald John Trump.

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