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Oct 2020
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Scandal 4: Johnson’s Impeachment

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On February 24, 1868, the United States House of Representatives initiated impeachment proceedings against Andrew Johnson for "high crimes and misdemeanors," eventually leading Johnson to become the first U.S. President to be impeached.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
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