US Government Structure and Key Figures
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Flashcards covering key concepts and figures related to the structure of the US government and important laws.
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What are ex post facto laws?
Laws that make an act of crime after the act has been committed.
What is Gerrymandering?
To draw congressional district lines to favor one party.
What are some non-legislative powers of Congress?
- Suggesting amendments to the Constitution; 2. Approving or rejecting presidential choices for Supreme Court Justices, federal judges, and ambassadors; 3. Impeaching federal officials.
Who is the current President of the United States and what is his term length?
Donald Trump, with a term length of 4 years.
What is the role of the Vice-President of the United States in the Senate?
The Presiding Officer who votes only in case of a tie.
Who is the Speaker of the House?
Mike Thonson.
What political party is Tom Cotton affiliated with?
Republican.
What is the title of the Chief Supreme Court Justice?
John Roberts.
Who represents Congressional District #1 in the House of Representatives?
Rick Crawford.