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HRES 901

Providing for the expulsion of Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick from the United States House of Representatives.

119th Congress Introduced by Greg Steube

Resolution seeks expulsion of Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick from House, referred to Ethics Committee; requires two-thirds vote if advanced.

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Bill Summary · HRES 901

Legislative bill overview

House Resolution 901 is a resolution calling for the expulsion of Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick from the U.S. House of Representatives. The resolution was introduced by Rep. Greg Steube and referred to the House Committee on Ethics for review. Expulsion requires a two-thirds majority vote in the full House and is one of the most severe punitive measures available to Congress.

Why is this important

Expulsion from Congress is an extraordinarily rare occurrence—only a handful of representatives have been expelled in American history, primarily during the Civil War era. Any expulsion resolution reflects serious allegations and represents a significant constitutional action with major implications for the affected member, their constituents' representation, and House institutional procedures.

Potential points of contention

  • Grounds for expulsion unclear: The resolution itself does not specify what conduct or violations justify the expulsion attempt, making it difficult to assess the merits without additional context or documentation
  • Two-thirds threshold: Expulsion requires overwhelming bipartisan support, raising questions about whether the underlying allegations command sufficient consensus across party lines
  • Due process and transparency: Questions may arise regarding whether the Ethics Committee process provides adequate opportunity for the representative to respond to allegations and present a defense

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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