Narrow legal strategy aims to counter perjury charge
The article details President Clinton’s defense in the Lewinsky case, arguing he sinned yet did not lie under oath about sexual relations. Legal experts warn the strategy could backfire politically, with lawmakers prepared to pursue impeachment if perjury is proven.
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Impeachment and Hastings precedent shape Clinton case
The article argues impeachment relies on the high crimes standard stemming from Warren Hastings and the constitutional drafting, noting the difficulty for Starr's charges to meet impeachment thresholds. It cites Jefferson and Jefferson’s era as context, highlighting fears of executive power and the balancing mechanism of removal.
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