Branches of Government Power Cards

Which branch of government must confirm appointments of Supreme Court justices and other important officials?

Legislative

Which branch of government has the commander in chief in charge of the nation's armed forces?

Executive

Which branch of government can declare war?

Legislative

Which branch of government can reject (throw out) treaties that are unconstitutional?

Judicial

Which branch of government can call Congress together for a special session?

Executive

Which branch of government can grant pardons (release for punishment) to people guilty of federal crimes?

Executive

Which branch of government acts as the presiding judge during an impeachment trial?

Judicial

Which branch of government can nominate Supreme Court justices and other important officials?

Executive

2/3 of the Senate must approve any treaty between the United States and another country. Which branch of government is this?

Legislative

Which branch of government can reject (throw out) laws that are unconstitutional?

Judicial

Which branch of government can sign or veto (reject) all bills passed by Congress

Executive

Which branch of government can use the State of the Union speech to suggest ideas for new laws?

Executive

Which branch of government can settle disagreements about what a law means?

Judicial

Which branch of government can sign treaties with other nations?

Executive

Which branch of government can override a Presidential veto, but needs 2/3 majority to do so?

Legislative Branch

Which branch of government can write bills or proposals for new laws.

Legislative

Which branch of government can impeach government official including the president and federal judges?

Legislative