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President Bill Clinton impeached by House of Representatives for charges of perjury and obstruction.

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President Bill Clinton was impeached by the House of Representatives in the USA due to charges of perjury and obstruction of justice related to the Monica Lewinsky scandal. This marked a significant moment in American political history as Clinton became the second president in US history to be impeached. The impeachment process was a highly controversial and divisive event, capturing the attention of the nation. Despite his impeachment, Clinton was acquitted by the Senate and completed his second term in office. The event highlighted the power struggle between the executive and legislative branches of government and left a lasting impact on American politics. #ClintonImpeachment #HouseOfRepresentatives #USHistory #MonicaLewinskyScandal