Legislative on executive
1 How does veto override differ from normal law passing
It does not need the presidents signature, just two-thirds Congress.
What is separation of powers?
The idea that prevents any one branch from becoming too powerful. Separating their powers.
How can Congress respond if the president vetoes a bill, and what vote is required to make the bill law anyway?
Congress can override the veto with a two-thirds vote in both the House and the Senate.
How can Congress influence the federal judiciary?
Congress can propose constitutional amendments and set the number of federal judges.
What is judicial review?
This power allows the Supreme Court to declare laws unconstitutional, checking congress.
who can initiate the impeachment process- what is the House of Representatives
The house of reps
What is an injunction?
This is what courts can issue to stop the president or Congress from enforcing a law.
What happens to a bill if the president takes no action for 10 days and Congress adjourns during that period?
The bill is pocket vetoed and does not become law.
What role does the Senate play in judicial appointments?
The Senate confirms or rejects the president’s nominations for federal judges.
Why does the power of judicial review increase the influence of the judicial branch over the legislative and executive branches?
Because it allows the courts to invalidate laws passed by Congress and actions taken by the president if they violate the Constitution.
How many votes are needed for an impeachment in the senate
a two-thirds vote is required in the Senate
What is Marbury v. Madison?
This landmark case established the Supreme Court’s power of judicial review.
How do executive orders allow the president to influence public policy without passing a new law?
Executive orders direct federal agencies and officials on how to implement and enforce existing laws.
How can Congress limit the power of the Supreme Court?
Congress can pass new legislation or amend the Constitution to override Court decisions.
What is the equal protection clause?
requires all state governments to treat people in similar situations similarly!
what are the three main steps in senate confirmation process?
investigation, committee hearings, and a floor vote.
What is checks and balances?
This principle ensures the courts can limit both Congress and the president's power.
What constitutional principle allows the Supreme Court to declare executive actions or laws unconstitutional?
Judicial review.
What did the Supreme Court decide in Shaw v. Reno?
The Court ruled that creating districts solely based on race is unconstitutional, even to benefit minority representation.
How can the legislative branch check power of the executive branch?
by overriding presidential vetoes, approving appointments, and holding the president accountable.
In Baker V Carr, what clause was used?
Hint: equal..
the equal protection clause of the 14th amendment
What is declaring executive actions unconstitutional?
This is what the judicial branch can do to executive actions
What was the significance of Marbury v. Madison (1803)?
It established the principle of judicial review, giving the Supreme Court the power to declare laws unconstitutional.
How does Congress control the judiciary’s budget?
Congress can approve or restrict funding for federal courts and judicial programs.
What was the main issue in Shaw v. Reno (1993)?
The case addressed whether racially gerrymandered congressional districts violated the Equal Protection Clause.