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The Senate itself has the power to expell any member for any reason. Outside of expelling Confederate Senators from states that seceeded, it has only actually done it once, in about 1798 I think, with Blount of TN, who had conspired with the Brits it seems regarding western territories. Other Senators have chosen to resign before possible expulsion, such as Harrison of NJ with ABSCAM, and Packwood (OR I think) with some sexual harrassment stuff. So, they can be compelled out where there is enough evidence of wrong-doing.
But as for "no confidence", I think our Constitution is fine as written
But as for "no confidence", I think our Constitution is fine as written