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Checks and Balances
Principles of the Constitution: Checks and Balances
| Power to... | This Branch Has This Power | This Branch Checks This Power |
|---|---|---|
| Create and pass legislation | Legislative | Executive |
| Veto bills | Executive | Legislative |
| Ratify treaties | Legislative | Executive |
| Appoint Federal judges | Executive | Judicial |
| Impeachment of Federal officials | Legislative | Executive |
| Confirm presidential appointments | Legislative | Judicial and Executive |
| Declare laws unconstitutional | Judicial | Legislative and Executive |
| Override Presidential vetoes | Legislative | Executive |
| Judges are appointed for life. | Judicial | Executive and Legislative |
| Controls appropriations of money | Legislative | Executive |
Created by:
MichelleKing
on 2005-01-27