A lot of people have suggested that if Shrub is to be impeached, we should get Cheney, Condi and Rumsfeld as well. I've done a little research in it and wanted to let everyone know of my findings.
Cheney, as hard as it is to believe, is only guilty of two impeachable offenses arising from that memo--conspiring with Blair, and directing the falsification of evidence supposedly supporting war with Iraq.
I've already proposed articles of impeachment against Rummy in a previous diary--but as I see it, he's guilty of making false statements to Congress, conspiring with Blair and falsifying evidence.
Sadly, Condi may escape impeachment. She's guilty of a laundry list of offenses--but nearly all of them took place while she was National Security Advisor. Since that office is not subject to Senate confirmation, it's going to be very problematic to impeach her. Articles of impeachment against Cheney and Rumsfeld follow below.
Cheney articles:
Resolved, that Richard Bruce Cheney, Vice President of the United States, is impeached for high crimes and misdemeanors, and the following articles be exhibited to the Senate:
Articles of impeachment exhibited by the House of Representatives of the United States of America in the name of itself and of the people of the United States of America, against Richard Bruce Cheney, Vice President of the United States of America, in maintenance and support of its impeachment against him for high crimes and misdemeanors.
Article 1.
In his conduct while Vice President of the United States, Richard Bruce Cheney, in violation of his constitutional oath faithfully to execute the office of Vice President of the United States, actively participated in a conspiracy with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom to mislead and deceive Congress and the Parliament of the United Kingdom regarding evidence justifying military action against Iraq.
In doing this, Richard Bruce Cheney has brought disrepute upon the Vice Presidency and the United States, has undermined the integrity of his office, has betrayed his trust as Vice President and has acted in a manner subversive of constitutional government and the rule of law and justice, to the manifest injury of the people of the United States.
Wherefore, by such conduct, Richard Bruce Cheney warrants impeachment and trial, removal from office, and disqualification to hold and enjoy any office of honor, trust or profit under the United States.
Article 2.
In his conduct while Vice President of the United States, Richard Bruce Cheney, in violation of his constitutional oath faithfully to execute the office of Vice President of the United States, willfully, knowingly and without lawful cause or excuse made false, misleading and deceitful statements to the Congress regarding evidence justifying military action against Iraq.
In doing this, Richard Bruce Cheney has brought disrepute upon the Vice Presidency, has undermined the integrity of his office, has betrayed his trust as Vice President and has acted in a manner subversive of constitutional government and the rule of law and justice, to the manifest injury of the people of the United States.
Wherefore, by such conduct, Richard Bruce Cheney warrants impeachment and trial, removal from office, and disqualification to hold and enjoy any office of honor, trust or profit under the United States.
Article 3.
In his conduct while Vice President of the United States, Richard Bruce Cheney, in violation of his constitutional oath faithfully to execute the office of Vice President of the United States, directed the falsification and fabrication of evidence and intelligence supporting the case for military action against Iraq.
In doing this, Richard Bruce Cheney has brought disrepute upon the Vice Presidency, has undermined the integrity of his office, has betrayed his trust as Vice President and has acted in a manner subversive of constitutional government and the rule of law and justice, to the manifest injury of the people of the United States.
Wherefore, by such conduct, Richard Bruce Cheney warrants impeachment and trial, removal from office, and disqualification to hold and enjoy any office of honor, trust or profit under the United States.
Rumsfeld articles:
Resolved, that Donald Henry Rumsfeld, United States Secretary of Defense, is impeached for high crimes and misdemeanors, and the following articles be exhibited to the Senate:
Articles of impeachment exhibited by the House of Representatives of the United States of America in the name of itself and of the people of the United States of America, against Donald Henry Rumsfeld, United States Secretary of Defense, in maintenance and support of its impeachment against him for high crimes and misdemeanors.
Article 1.
Using the powers of the office of United States Secretary of Defense, Donald Henry Rumsfeld, in violation of his oath under 5 USC 3331 to well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office of United States Secretary of Defense; and in disregard of his duty under 10 USC 5113 to exercise authority, control and direction over the Department of Defense; willfully, knowingly and without lawful cause or excuse directed the concealment of an Iraqi prisoner from the International Committee of the Red Cross even though such practices are contrary to international law and the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
In doing this, Donald Henry Rumsfeld has undermined the integrity of his office, has brought disrepute upon the Department of Defense and the United States, has betrayed his trust as Secretary of Defense and has acted in a manner subversive of the rule of law and justice, to the manifest injury of the people of the United States.
Wherefore, Donald Henry Rumsfeld, by such conduct, warrants impeachment and trial, and removal from office and disqualification to hold and enjoy any office of honor, trust or profit under the United States.
Article 2.
Using the powers of the office of United States Secretary of Defense, Donald Henry Rumsfeld, in violation of his oath under 5 USC 3331 to well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office of United States Secretary of Defense; personally authorized interrogation techniques at Camp X-Ray, Cuba; Camp Delta, Cuba; and Camp Echo, Cuba that were and are contrary to international law and the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
In doing this, Donald Henry Rumsfeld has undermined the integrity of his office, has brought disrepute upon the Department of Defense and the United States, has betrayed his trust as Secretary of Defense and has acted in a manner subversive of the rule of law and justice, to the manifest injury of the people of the United States.
Wherefore, Donald Henry Rumsfeld, by such conduct, warrants impeachment and trial, and removal from office and disqualification to hold and enjoy any office of honor, trust or profit under the United States.
Article 3.
Using the powers of the office of United States Secretary of Defense, Donald Henry Rumsfeld, in violation of his oath under 5 USC 3331 to well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office of United States Secretary of Defense; personally authorized interrogation techniques previously used at Camp X-Ray, Cuba; Camp Delta, Cuba; and Camp Echo, Cuba to be used at detention centers in Iraq even though such techniques were and are contrary to international law and the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
In doing this, Donald Henry Rumsfeld has undermined the integrity of his office, has brought disrepute upon the Department of Defense and the United States, has betrayed his trust as Secretary of Defense and has acted in a manner subversive of the rule of law and justice, to the manifest injury of the people of the United States.
Wherefore, Donald Henry Rumsfeld, by such conduct, warrants impeachment and trial, and removal from office and disqualification to hold and enjoy any office of honor, trust or profit under the United States.
Article 4.
In his conduct while United States Secretary of Defense, Donald Henry Rumsfeld, in violation of his oath under 5 USC 3331 to well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office of United States Secretary of Defense; and in disregard of his duty under 10 USC 5113 to exercise authority, control and direction over the Department of Defense; knew or had reason to know about illegal interrogation methods being employed at detention centers in Afghanistan and failed to prevent their implementation and use.
In doing this, Donald Henry Rumsfeld has undermined the integrity of his office, has brought disrepute upon the Department of Defense and the United States, has betrayed his trust as Secretary of Defense and has acted in a manner subversive of the rule of law and justice, to the manifest injury of the people of the United States.
Wherefore, Donald Henry Rumsfeld, by such conduct, warrants impeachment and trial, and removal from office and disqualification to hold and enjoy any office of honor, trust or profit under the United States.
Article 5.
In his conduct while United States Secretary of Defense, Donald Henry Rumsfeld, in violation of his oath under 5 USC 3331 to well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office of United States Secretary of Defense, willfully, knowingly and without lawful cause or excuse made false, misleading and deceitful statements to the Congress regarding evidence justifying military action against Iraq.
In doing this, Donald Henry Rumsfeld has undermined the integrity of his office, has brought disrepute upon the Department of Defense, has betrayed his trust as Secretary of Defense, and has acted in a manner subversive of constitutional government and the rule of law and justice, to the manifest injury of the people of the United States.
Wherefore, by such conduct, Donald Henry Rumsfeld warrants impeachment and trial, removal from office, and disqualification to hold and enjoy any office of honor, trust or profit under the United States.
Article 6.
In his conduct while United States Secretary of Defense, Donald Henry Rumsfeld, in violation of his oath under 5 USC 3331 to well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office of United States Secretary of Defense, actively participated in a conspiracy with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom to mislead and deceive Congress and the Parliament of the United Kingdom regarding evidence justifying military action against Iraq.
In doing this, Donald Henry Rumsfeld has undermined the integrity of his office, has brought disrepute upon the Department of Defense and the United States, has betrayed his trust as Secretary of Defense and has acted in a manner subversive of the rule of law and justice, to the manifest injury of the people of the United States.
Wherefore, Donald Henry Rumsfeld, by such conduct, warrants impeachment and trial, and removal from office and disqualification to hold and enjoy any office of honor, trust or profit under the United States.
Article 7.
In his conduct while United States Secretary of Defense, Donald Henry Rumsfeld, in violation of his oath under 5 USC 3331 to well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office of United States Secretary of Defense; and in disregard of his duty under 10 USC 5113 to exercise authority, control and direction over the Department of Defense; directed the falsification and fabrication of evidence and intelligence supporting the case for military action against Iraq.
In doing this, Donald Henry Rumsfeld has undermined the integrity of his office, has brought disrepute upon the Department of Defense and the United States, has betrayed his trust as Secretary of Defense and has acted in a manner subversive of the rule of law and justice, to the manifest injury of the people of the United States.
Wherefore, Donald Henry Rumsfeld, by such conduct, warrants impeachment and trial, and removal from office and disqualification to hold and enjoy any office of honor, trust or profit under the United States.
