Question

What is the constitutional basis for the expressed powers of the federal
government?

Answer 1

Article I, Section 8.

Explanation:

The expressed powers of the federal government are given in Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution. This includes the many specific powers which the framers intended for the federal government to have, such as to declare war, regulate commerce, establish post offices, and establish rules of naturalization.

Answer 2

They are directly listed in the Constitution.