Question

4. Explain the idea of "checks and balances", How does the president "check" the power of Congress? How does Congress "check" the power of the president? Please give at least one example.

Answer 1

Answer:

Checks and balances were made so a branch couldn't abuse their power.

Explanation:

The President can "check" congress by vetoing a law congress passed. But congress can check the president by overriding the veto and still pass the law.

^^ this answers both the questions and example