The Three Branches of Government and their Powers

What are some of the reponsibilities of the Executive Branch of government?

Propose laws, administer laws, command armed forces, appoint ambassadors and other officials, conduct foreign policy, and make treaties.

What are some of the reponsibilities of the Judicial Branch?

Strike down "Uncontitutional" laws, interpret constitutions and other laws,review lower courts decisions,decide cases in lower courts, appoint judges, and impeach Supreme Court Justices

What is the Executive Branch?

The Executive Branch is the branch that enforces laws made by Congress.

What is the Judicial Branch?

The Judicial Branch is the system of courts.

What is the Legislative Branch?

The Legislative Branch is the law-making branch of government.

What are some of the reponsibilities of the Legislative Branch?

Write laws, confirm presidential appointments, approve treaties, grant money, impeach presidents, and declare war. They also keep any one branch from becoming too powerful.