Impeachment Echoes Chase Case Reverberates in US History
The piece recalls Jefferson's impeachment tactic against John Pickering and Samuel Chase, noting Chase's acquittal despite expected conviction. It draws parallel to today’s push to impeach Associate Justice Douglas, hinting at political motives and the rarity of impeachment for Supreme Court justices.
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William C. Douglas
Samuel Chase
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John Marshall
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Justice Chase
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Aaron Burr
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