LEB 323 Chapter Notes - Chapter 5: Commerce Clause
6 Oct 2017
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Each branch of the federal government can only exercise the powers given to it by the constitution and each branch cannot encroach on the powers of another. However, separation of powers is flexible and subject to various exceptions based on practicality: checks and balances to prevent one branch from developing too much power. Judicial review allows the federal courts to have the final say in deciding whether the. Constitution has been violated by a congressional law or executive action: delegation of powers allows congress to give out legislative powers to the other 2 branches of government, usually (cid:448)alid if congress . Indicates the basic policy objectives it is seeking to achieve: provides some degree of guidance. A major function of the u. s. constitution is delineating authority of the federal government from that of the states. Under federalism, the federal government has powers specifically given to it delegated powers and powers that continue to reside with the states reserved powers.
