POL SCI 71A Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Appellate Jurisdiction
24 Sep 2016
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Poli sci 71a lecture 1 separation of powers. Roles of three government branches are defined in article i, ii, iii. Laws set by the constitution are subject to interpretation. Separates federal government into three branches: legislature branch: makes laws. Split into the house of reps and senate to allow equal representations in states. Established some limited powers passed from sovereign states to the central government (tax collection, establishing roads, foreign trade, etc. Defined in section 8 of article 1: executive branch: executes laws. Powers and limitations of the president was first established by alexander. Congress can override presidential veto with a two thirds vote. President must make sure laws are executed appropriately. President has partial/limited command of the militia. Pardons can be made (with the exception to impeachments) President can only create a treaty with two thirds vote from senators. Appoint and nominate officers with the consent of the senate.
