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Which statement about Clinton’s impeachment is true?

A. Clinton’s impeachment was supported by the majority of Americans.

B. The impeachment charges were based on fraud found during the Whitewater investigation.

C. It was clear from the beginning of the impeachment trial that there were not enough votes in the Senate to convict.

D. Most congressional Democrats were convinced that the charge of perjury met the standard required by the Constitution for impeachment.

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Out of the following choices, the statement true about President Clinton's impeachment is that it was clear from the beginning of the impeachment trial that there were not enough0. votes in the senate to convict. 

Answer:

Option C,  It was clear from the beginning of the impeachment trial that there were not enough votes in the Senate to convict, is the right answer.

Explanation:

The U.S. House of Representatives voted to initiate the impeachment of  Bill Clinton, the then President of the United States on 8th October 1998. The main charges that were filed against him appeared under "oath and obstruction of justice".  On 12 February, the prosecution failed to achieve the necessary two-thirds majority vote to convict him from the office.