The role that the U.S.House of Representatives plays in impeachments can best be
Compared with that of a
A)judge.
B)grand jury.
C)prosecuting attorney.
D)defense attorney.

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The role of the U.S. House of Representatives in impeachments is best compared with that of a grand jury. Like a grand jury, the House does not determine guilt or innocence, but rather decides whether there are sufficient grounds to bring charges (impeachment) against an official. Just as a grand jury decides whether there is probable cause to indict a suspect, the House decides whether there is sufficient evidence of "high crimes and misdemeanors" to impeach a federal official.

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