US Separation of Powers

___ checks the Judicial Branch by appointing Federal Judges.

____ checks the Executive Branch by confirming executive appointments.

____ can check Legislative and Executive Branches by declaring either acts of Congress or executive actions unconstitutional (judicial review).

____ make laws

____ can veto bills written by Congress

____ can negotiate foreign treaties.

____ can override a presidential veto with a 2/3 vote.

____ can ratify treaties.

____ can declare war.

____ can appropriate money (decide where your tax money goes or is used for).