"This was willful concealment and destruction," Sen. Ron Johnson said. | AP Photo Sen. Ron Johnson: Clinton could be impeached

Sen. Ron Johnson said he believed Hillary Clinton could be impeached if she becomes president, according to an interview with the Beloit (Wis.) Daily News.

The Republican senator from Wisconsin referred to two legal codes, 18 U.S. Code 2071, for concealing or mutilating official records; and 18 U.S. Code 793, for gathering, transmitting or losing defense information.


“She purposefully circumvented it. This was willful concealment and destruction," Johnson told the paper on Monday. "I would say yes, high crime or misdemeanor. I believe she is in violation of both laws.”

Johnson made his comments to highlight his contention that both he and his Democratic challenger, former Sen. Russ Feingold, are having a difficult time backing up their respective party’s nominees.

“How does Feingold defend Clinton?” Johnson said.

He added that Clinton “has disqualified herself” and suggested neither party’s supporters could vote for their ideal candidate.

"I would love to be voting for Ronald Reagan, and I'm sure the Democrats would rather be voting for Harry Truman, but the reality is that is not our choice,” Johnson added.

Johnson also said the FBI’s investigation into Clinton’s private email server had landed a “corrupt conclusion” when the bureau recommended no charges, and it was intended to cover up her actions.

"I'm not a lawyer, but [the law] is clearly written," Johnson said.

In a statement, Feingold said through a spokesperson Johnson's comments revealed his true intentions.

"Senator Johnson shows exactly why he wants to stay in Washington: six more years of partisan attacks and endless campaign obsession," spokesperson Michael Tyler said. "Enough is enough."