Question

select the correct answer.
which of the following is the best example of a check on presidential power?
a. the supreme court finding a law unconstitutional
b. the senate voting to pass a new law
c. the president negotiating an international treaty
d. congress overriding a presidential veto

Explanation:

• Checks and balances are a fundamental principle in the U.S. government system.
• The Supreme Court's power of judicial review (finding a law unconstitutional) is a check on the legislative and executive branches (including presidential - related powers as laws can be influenced by the president's agenda).
• Congress overriding a presidential veto (Option D) is also a check. But let's analyze each option:
• Option A: The Supreme Court's judicial review (finding a law unconstitutional) is a check on the legislative process which can be tied to presidential influence (as presidents may support or oppose certain laws).
• Option B: The Senate passing a new law is part of the legislative process, not a direct check on presidential power.
• Option C: The president negotiating a treaty is an exercise of presidential power, not a check on it.
• Option D: Congress overriding a veto is a check, but the question asks for the "best example of a check on presidential power". The Supreme Court's action (Option A) can be seen as a more "judicial" and overarching check as it can nullify laws that may have been influenced by the president's policy - making.

Answer:

A. the Supreme Court finding a law unconstitutional, D. Congress overriding a presidential veto