Clinton Lewinsky probe tests impeachment debate
The hearing framed as a partisan battle with Abbe Lowell stating no grounds for impeachment existed beyond the Lewinsky affair. Republicans pressed perjury and obstruction claims while Democrats limited the inquiry to Starr’s Lewinsky referral, both sides staking out stark positions as the debate raged.
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Impeachment Debate Over Clinton Rise in Hearing Laughter Turns Serious
Rep Lindsey Graham mocked the moment while Schippers argued Clinton may have conspired with Monica Lewinsky to obstruct justice by false testimony and withheld evidence. The discussion expands Starr totals to 15 possible offenses amid focus on Clinton’s grand jury testimony Paula Jones suit and Lewinsky credibility. Nixon resigned before impeachment vote in 1974 and Andrew Johnson was acquitted in 1868.
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Graham Inglis Split on Clinton Imp impeachment Inquiry
Graham Inglis voiced support for a congressional inquiry into President Clinton and Monica Lewinsky, while disagreeing on scope such as Whitewater. He urged impeachment hearings by year end, but Senator Graham urged caution and a full House vote only if evidence shows a criminal enterprise beyond the affair.
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