William Belknap
William Belknap was a 19th-century American politician who served as the Secretary of War under President Ulysses S. Grant. He is notable for being the first cabinet member in U.S. history to be impeached by the House of Representatives in 1876, primarily due to allegations of corruption involving the sale of army posts. His impeachment, a significant event in American political history, highlighted issues of accountability and ethics in government. Although he was acquitted by the Senate, the scandal surrounding his tenure raised important questions about the integrity of public officials and the limits of executive power.
Born on Dec 16, 1829 (196 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 35,047 | $2,700,000 | 1,394$ |
| Totals | 1 | 67,886,011 | 35,047 | $2,700,000 | 1,394$ |
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William Belknap was the only other cabinet member impeached before Mayorkas.
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