censure
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Censure is one of Congress’ stiffest punishments, and has been leveled against only two dozen or so lawmakers in the history of the House.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 18, 2023
Censure, which has occurred only 25 times in the House, is a punishment usually reserved for criminal conduct, ethics violations or serious breaches of conduct.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2023
Censure fell out of favor, and the bar for it was raised considerably, in the 20th century.
From New York Times • Nov. 17, 2021
"Censure amounts to a public shaming. ... But it also recognizes the offense does not merit removal from office. That, too, seems appropriate, given the inconclusive testimony so far."
From Fox News • Nov. 26, 2019
Censure at this stage of the game would be sure to provoke mutiny.
From Bill Bolton?Flying Midshipman by Sainsbury, Noel
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