Calls special sessions of Congress

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Can declare presidential acts unconstitutional...

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Can impeach the president

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Appoints new judges and justices

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Can confirm or refuse to confirm federal judges and justices

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Prepares the budget

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Approves the budget

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Grants pardons and reprieves

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Can propose new laws or veto laws passed by Congress

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Can override a presidential veto

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