Question

Pick one branch of government. Explain the checks of power it has on the other two branches. Select one of those checks and explain why it is important to maintaining the balance of power in the United States government.

Answer 1

Executive Branch:

Can veto bills given by Congress

President appoints justices

Judiciary Branch:

Can declare laws unconstitutional

Can declare executive actions unconstitutional

Legislative Branch:

Impeach, override veto

Can impeach justices, can make amendments to override judiciary actions

Essentially they all ensure one Branch doesn’t get too powerful and can do whatever they want

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

Executive Branch:
Can veto bills given by Congress
President appoints justices

Judiciary Branch:
Can declare laws unconstitutional
Can declare executive actions unconstitutional

Legislative Branch:
Impeach, override veto
Can impeach justices, can make amendments to override judiciary actions

Essentially they all ensure one Branch doesn’t get too powerful and can do whatever they want