Political Quotes

John Conyers: “The power of impeachment is a solemn responsibility entrusted to the House of Representatives by the Constitution.”

On the recordMay 23, 2016
The power of impeachment is a solemn responsibility entrusted to the House of Representatives by the Constitution.
Said by
John Conyers
Democratic · Michigan

Editor's note · Context

Conyers emphasizes the constitutional gravity of impeachment proceedings.

Share

More from John Conyers

Mar 11, 2019

Yes, they tell me there is a chance it could very well be struck down. But we will go ahead and run that risk.

congress.gov
Oct 31, 2017

The policies that I've just mentioned, that President Trump has repeatedly promised to deport 11 million, all 11 million undocumented immigrants.

congress.gov
Oct 31, 2017

Now, as you and all of us are aware, President Trump has repeatedly promised to deport all 11 million undocumented immigrants.

congress.gov
Nov 6, 2017

He should have been prevented from purchasing firearms from licensed gun dealers via the Brady background check system.

congress.gov

Other voices in this conversation