what are implied powers?
implied powers are powers that are suggested or are required for the enumerated powers to be used
what are enumerated powers?
enumerated powers are the powers explicitly given to each branch of the government
which article of the constitution sets out the enumerated powers of congress?
article 1, section 8
which clause sets out the implied powers of congress?
article 1, section 8, clause 18 - ability to make all laws ‘necessary and proper’ for its ability to rule
what is a supermajority and what is needed for?
2/3 of all votes in congress
needed in order to make constitutional amendments, convict presidents of impeachment
nature of the US constitution
codified
entrenched
vague
clarity - separation of powers