The 3 Branches

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Each of the 3 branches of government has ways to limit the powers of the other two branches. This is called...

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Checks and Balances

Front

Which branch has the power to impeach the President?

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Legislative

Front

Which branch has the power to declare laws unconstitutional?

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Judicial

Front

Which branch has the power to veto acts of Congress?

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Executive

Front

Which branch can appoint federal judges?

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Executive

Front

Which branch can impeach federal judges?

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Legislative

Front

Which branch controls the spending of money?

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Legislative

Front

Why are Supreme Court Justices appointed for life?

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So they are free from political control

Front

Which branch can grant pardons?

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Executive

Front

Which branch is being checked with a veto?

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Legislative