Sen. Rand Paul's motion to hold that the Senate cannot try an impeached official who is no longer in office was defeated 55-45. Most legal scholars agree such a trial is permissible.
On the final day of John Tyler's presidency, a broad coalition overrode his veto on a minor bill related to customs enforcement -- the first time congress ever overrode a presidential veto.
Despite opposition from conservative groups, Justice O'Connor was confirmed unanimously
Learn about the historical party of Henry Clay and Millard Fillmore
Joseph Rainey (R-SC), born into slavery, was the first African-American elected to the House of Representatives.