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The Presiding Officer of the Senate, presides over non-presidential impeachment cases. Generally that is the Vice President of the United States. In his/her absence or if the Vice President has a conflict of interest, then it is the President pro tempore of the Senate. The Senate may also appoint some other Senator to serve as the Presiding Officer. The US Constitution requires the Chief Justice of the United States to preside only in presidential impeachment trials.
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Who presides over any impeachment trail of the president of the United States?
The vice-president of the US normally presides over the senate, including impeachment trials. In the special case that the president is impeached, the Chief Justice of the US presides over the trial.
Who sits as the jury in impeachment cases?
The United States Senate sits as the jury on impeachment cases. Impeachment proceedings are started by the House of Representatives. After hearing the charges, the Senate usually deliberates in private. Conviction requires a two-thirds majority.
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Which branch of government presides over presidential impeachments?
The House of Representatives impeaches (brings charges against) the President. The Senate acts as the jury. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court presides over the Senate when it is hearing Presidential impeachment charges brought by the House.
Who presides over the impeachment trial of a US Supreme Court justice?
Chief Justice
