Edmund G RossEdmund G. Ross (1826-1907) was an American politician who represented Kansas and later served as governor of the New Mexico Territory. He is best known for his pivotal role in the impeachment trial of President Andrew Johnson. Ross's vote against conicting Johnson, by a margin of one vote, allowed the president to remain in office. Ross had a varied career, starting as a printer and journalist before becoming involved in the antislavery movement and serving in the Union Army during the Civil War. He was appointed to the U.S. Senate in 1866 and served until 1871. Ross cast his historic vote in the impeachment trial in 1868, defying his party and facing political backlash. After leaving the Senate, he continued his newspaper career, served as governor of the New Mexico Territory, and authored a book on the Johnson impeachment. Ross's decision in the trial remains a subject of debate and speculation. He passed away in 1907 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Read More Read Less