The Judicial Branch and the Other Branches of Government

The Judicial Branch, specifically the Supreme Court, has the power to declare laws unconstitutional through the process of judicial review.

The Judicial Branch's primary function is to interpret laws and resolve disputes.

The President, as head of the Executive Branch, nominates federal judges, who are then confirmed by the Senate, a part of the Legislative Branch.

Judicial Review is the process by which a federal law can be challenged in court and potentially declared unconstitutional.

The Legislative Branch, specifically a two-thirds majority vote in both the House and Senate, can override a presidential veto.

The Supreme Court is the highest court in the United States and the final arbiter of the law.

There are currently 9 justices serving on the Supreme Court.

Supreme Court justices serve for life, or until they choose to retire or are removed from office.

The House of Representatives, part of the Legislative Branch, has the sole power to impeach a president.

The Senate, part of the Legislative Branch, tries all impeachments.

Checks and Balances is the principle that each branch of government has the ability to limit the powers of the other branches.

The Executive Branch, specifically the President, is responsible for conducting foreign policy.

The Legislative Branch, specifically Congress, has the sole power to declare war.

The Legislative Branch, specifically the Senate, has the sole power to approve treaties.

The Legislative Branch, specifically Congress, has the sole power to regulate interstate commerce.