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Impeaching Paul Engelmayer, judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

2/20/2025, 4:13 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 143

Bill 119 H.Res. 143 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that seeks to impeach Paul Engelmayer, a judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, for high crimes and misdemeanors. The resolution accuses Judge Engelmayer of committing serious offenses while serving on the bench, although the specific details of these alleged offenses are not provided in the resolution itself.

The resolution is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that Judge Engelmayer's actions warrant impeachment and removal from office. Opponents of the resolution, on the other hand, argue that the allegations against Judge Engelmayer are unfounded and politically motivated.

If the resolution is passed by Congress, Judge Engelmayer would be impeached and face a trial in the Senate, where he could potentially be removed from his position as a federal judge. Impeachment is a rare and serious process that is reserved for cases of misconduct by government officials, and it requires a high standard of evidence to be met. Overall, Bill 119 H.Res. 143 is a controversial and significant piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and the public. The outcome of the resolution will have far-reaching implications for the future of Judge Engelmayer's career and the integrity of the judicial system.

Congressional Summary of HRES 143

This resolution impeaches Paul Engelmayer, a U.S. District Judge for the Southern District of New York, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

Current Status of Bill HRES 143

Bill HRES 143 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since February 18, 2025. Bill HRES 143 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 18, 2025.  Bill HRES 143's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of February 18, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 143

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
3
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 143

Primary Policy Focus

Law

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 143

Impeaching Paul Engelmayer, judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, for high crimes and misdemeanors.
Impeaching Paul Engelmayer, judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

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