The US Government

The US Government

1. Judicial

   • Oversees the court system
   • Explains meaning of the Constitution and laws passed by Congress
   • The Supreme Court
     • Rules whether something is constitutional or unconstitutional
     • Nine justices
       • Eight associate justices
       • One chief justice
     • Highest court in the land

2. Executive

   • President
     • Negotiates treaties
     • Head of state
     • Commander in chief of the armed forces
     • Limitation
       • Presidency
   • Approves and carries out laws

3. Legislative

   • Senate
     • 100 senators
       • Six-year terms
     • Vice President is head
     • Ratifies treaties by a two-thirds vote
     • Approves nominations to the Cabinet, the Supreme Court, federal courts and other posts
   • House of Representatives
     • 435 representatives
       • Two-year terms
     • The Speaker of the House, elected by the representatives, is head of the House
   • Makes laws

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