The Impeachment Power: The Law, Politics, and Purpose of an Extraordinary Constitutional Tool

An essential primer on impeachment for today’s divided public square

We are witnessing an unprecedented moment in American politics in which impeachments are increasingly common. In today’s partisan environment, it is more vital than ever that government officials, scholars, and ordinary citizens understand what an impeachment can reasonably be expected to accomplish. In this incisive and accessible book, Keith Whittington provides needed clarity on the constitutional power of impeachment, e...