Question

which role does the legislative branch play within the system of checks and balances in the federal government?

Answer 1

Answer:

Some of the exclusive responsibilities of the House related to the system of checks and balances are:  

• The power to impeach the President and judges of the Supreme Court.
• The ability to elect the President in case of a tie.
• Approve any treaty that implies foreign trade.

In the same way, some of the exclusive powers of the Senate are:  

• Confirm presidential appointments to the Supreme Court, minor federal courts and key executive positions.
• Approve the international treaties negotiated by the President.
• Act as a jury in case of impeachment against the President or a member of the Supreme Court.

Explanation:

The legislative branch is formed by the House of Representatives (made up of 435 representatives) and the Senate (made up of 100 senators) , which together form the United States Congress, an institution that has the exclusive power to enact laws and declare war and substantial powers of investigation. Its headquarters is the Capitol of Washington DC.

The Congress can check either on the Executive Branch or on the Judicial Branch.