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How can the Egyptian House of Representatives remove a cabinet or impeach a president?

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Under the constitutional framework of Egypt, the House of Representatives holds specific powers to provide legislative oversight of the executive branch.1

Removing the Cabinet

Members of the House of Representatives have the authority to question cabinet members. The House can dismiss the prime minister, individual cabinet ministers, or the entire cabinet by passing a motion of no confidence with a simple majority vote.1

Impeaching the President

The House of Representatives possesses the power to impeach the president of the republic. This action requires a two-thirds majority vote within the legislative body.1

It is important to note that while the president is the supreme commander of the armed forces, they are not permitted to dissolve the House of Representatives without first holding a public referendum.1