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Factbox: Abuse of power, obstruction: the charges against Trump explained

(Reuters) - Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives unveiled two articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump on Tuesday, saying he had abused the power of his office and obstructed Congress in its investigation of his dealings with Ukraine.

The following defines the two charges based on historical background:

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