Branches of the Government
The United States Constitution sets the rules for the Government. The government powers are separated into three branches to maintain a balance of power through a system of checks and balances.
The Legislative
The Judicial
The Executive
The Executive
This President, Vice President, and their cabinet compose this branch. They have the power of veto on all legislation and serve as commander in chief of the U.S. military.
The Legislative
Congress which is composed of the House of Representatives and the Senate is responsible for creating laws and managing the national budget. They also have the power to declare war. They are held in check by the presidential veto power.
The Judicial
The federal court system with the supreme court as its most powerful arm lead interpretation of The Constitution and laws. They have the power to determine a law unconstituional. Supreme Court Justices are appointed by the president and approved by congress for a lifelong term.
Congratulations!
You now know more about checks and balances, and remember that your vote determines who fills these branches!
Branches of the U.S. Government
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Branches of the Government
The United States Constitution sets the rules for the Government. The government powers are separated into three branches to maintain a balance of power through a system of checks and balances.
The Legislative
The Judicial
The Executive
The Executive
This President, Vice President, and their cabinet compose this branch. They have the power of veto on all legislation and serve as commander in chief of the U.S. military.
The Legislative
Congress which is composed of the House of Representatives and the Senate is responsible for creating laws and managing the national budget. They also have the power to declare war. They are held in check by the presidential veto power.
The Judicial
The federal court system with the supreme court as its most powerful arm lead interpretation of The Constitution and laws. They have the power to determine a law unconstituional. Supreme Court Justices are appointed by the president and approved by congress for a lifelong term.
Congratulations!
You now know more about checks and balances, and remember that your vote determines who fills these branches!