US Constitution: The System of Checks and Balances

The video explains the distribution of power among the three branches of the US government: legislative, executive, and judicial. It details the system of checks and balances designed to prevent any branch from becoming too powerful. The legislative branch can impeach the president and override vetoes, while the executive can veto bills and nominate judges. The judicial branch reviews the constitutionality of laws and actions. The video also discusses controversies like filibustering, which can disrupt legislative processes.

What is the process by which the judicial branch can check the legislative branch?

Describe the concept of filibustering in the Senate.