Recall of Legislators and the Removal of Members of Congress from Office

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Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

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Discusses manner in which a Member of Congress may be removed from office by "expulsion." Examines the issue of "recall" of legislators, covering constitutional history, judicial decisions, and pro...

Discusses manner in which a Member of Congress may be removed from office by "expulsion." Examines the issue of "recall" of legislators, covering constitutional history, judicial decisions, and pro and con arguments for a constitutional amendment to make recall provision enforceable against a Member of Congress.

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