Most Americans want Bush and Cheney impeached!

July 9, 2007 - According to a new poll, more than four in 10 Americans want the House of Representatives to begin impeachment proceedings against President George W. Bush, and more than half of the population wants them brought against Vice President Dick Cheney.

In a survey of 1,100 people conducted last week by the American Research Group, 45% said they favor impeachment of the president, while 54% favor it for the vice president.

Why the difference? While the results may highlight lower public opinion of Mr. Cheney, they may also reflect a practical consideration that advocates of impeachment often point out: If Mr. Bush is removed from office through impeachment, Mr. Cheney would become president.