Question

american foreign policy
the united states plays an important role in world affairs, but who actually decides how the country interacts with
other nations? the president, congress, and different government departments and agencies all help shape u.s.
foreign policy—how the country manages relationships, makes alliances, responds to threats, and promotes
american interests around the world.
the constitution divides some powers, while other responsibilities are shared or influenced by tradition, experience,
and current events. this worksheet will help you learn who does what in making foreign policy decisions.

responsibility	president	congress	both / shared
approves treaties with a two - thirds vote.
declares war.
negotiates treaties with other nations.
provides funding for foreign aid or military action.
appoints ambassadors to other countries.
influences foreign policy through public speeches.
oversees day - to - day diplomacy.

who should act?
read each situation and decide who would take the lead (president, congress, or both). then explain why.

a sudden attack on a u.s. ally requires an immediate response. who leads? why?
congress is considering stopping aid to a foreign country that violates human rights. who controls the funding?
the u.s. wants to open a new embassy in another country. who appoints the ambassador?

1. why is it important for more than one branch to be involved in foreign policy?
2. do you think one branch should have more control than the others? why or why not?

Explanation:

The problem is about American foreign policy, focusing on the roles of the President and Congress in making foreign policy decisions. This falls under the subfield of Politics within Social Science as it deals with the political system, governmental powers, and policy - making processes in the context of international relations.

Answer:

The subfield is Politics (under Social Science).