What role does the House of Representatives play in the impeachment or removal of the president or federal judges from office?

The House of Representatives plays a crucial role in the impeachment process by serving as the body that initiates impeachment proceedings. If a majority of House members vote in favor of articles of impeachment, the president or federal judge is formally impeached. This leads to a trial in the Senate, which ultimately decides whether to remove the individual from office. The House's role is primarily to investigate and accuse, while the Senate conducts the trial and makes the final determination.