Question

which of the following are exclusive powers of the senate? check all that apply. confirming executive appointments holding impeachment trials originating bills that raise revenue appointing supreme court justices approving international treaties

Explanation:

• Confirming executive appointments: The Senate has the power to confirm executive branch appointments (e.g., cabinet members, federal judges).
• Holding impeachment trials: The Senate conducts the trial after the House impeaches an official.
• Originating bills that raise revenue: The House of Representatives has the exclusive power to originate revenue - raising bills, so this is not a Senate power.
• Appointing Supreme Court justices: The President nominates Supreme Court justices, and the Senate confirms them; the Senate does not appoint them.
• Approving international treaties: The Senate must give its advice and consent (by a two - thirds vote) to approve international treaties negotiated by the President.

Answer:

A. Confirming executive appointments, B. Holding impeachment trials, E. Approving international treaties