A U.S. district judge pled guilty to obstruction of justice for lying to judges who investigated sexual misconduct complaints. Sentenced to 33 months in federal prison in May 2009, the judge attempted to retire from the bench, thereby allowing him to draw his salary. He was impeached and resigned from the bench in disgrace, effectively ending his impeachment trial.
-Who impeached the U.S.district judge?

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A U.S. district judge pled guilty to obstruction of justice for lying to judges who investigated sexual misconduct complaints. Sentenced to 33 months in federal prison in May 2009, the judge attempted to retire from the bench, thereby allowing him to draw his salary. He was impeached and resigned from the bench in disgrace, effectively ending his impeachment trial. 
-Who impeached the U.S.district judge?

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The House of Representatives has the power to impeach federal judges, which involves accusing a judge of wrongdoing and bringing them to trial before the Senate. The Senate then decides whether to convict or acquit the judge.

A US District Judge Pled Guilty to Obstruction of Justice for for Lying