who has the authority to try impeachment cases

In the United States, the authority to try impeachment cases rests with the Senate. The House of Representatives has the sole power to impeach federal officials, including the President, Vice President, and other civil officers of the United States. Once the House impeaches an official, the Senate holds a trial to determine whether to convict or acquit the individual on the charges brought by the House. The Chief Justice of the United States presides over the Senate impeachment trial of a President. For other impeachment trials, the Senate’s presiding officer is typically the Vice President or another designated senator.