With respect to Powell v. McCormack (1969), which of the following statements is false?

A. The House of Representatives unconstitutionally excluded Adam Clayton Powell from his seat because he was properly elected and met the age, residency, and citizenship requirements for office.
B. The House of Representatives unconstitutionally expelled Adam Clayton Powell from his seat because he was properly elected and met the age, residency, and citizenship requirements for office.
C. The Constitution stipulates the eligibility requirements for membership in the House, and Congress may not impose additional requirements.
D. The House improperly excluded Adam Clayton Powell but could have expelled him after seating him.


B. The House of Representatives unconstitutionally expelled Adam Clayton Powell from his seat because he was properly elected and met the age, residency, and citizenship requirements for office.

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