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What was supposed to be clinton's punishment for the affair?

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Final answer:

Clinton's punishment for the affair was impeachment, but he was not convicted or removed from office.

Step-by-step explanation:

Clinton's punishment for the affair was impeachment by the House of Representatives. He was charged with lying under oath and obstructing justice in regards to the Monica Lewinsky scandal.

However, Clinton was not convicted and removed from office by the Senate.

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