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What are the only punishments the Senate can impose if they find a government official guilty?

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Final answer:

The Senate can only impose the punishment of removal from office if they find a government official guilty in an impeachment trial.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Senate has the power to try government officials in impeachment cases. If the Senate finds an official guilty, the only punishment they can impose is removal from office. They cannot impose any additional punishments, as those must come from the courts through a criminal or civil trial.

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