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Judicial Branch
The Supreme Court and federal courts interpret laws and ensure constitutional compliance.
- Interprets the Constitution
- Reviews lower court decisions
- Declares laws unconstitutional
- Settles disputes between states
- Protects individual rights
- Judicial review power
🏛️ Requires: Constitution + Bill of Rights
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Legislative Branch
Congress (House Of Representatives + Senate) creates laws and controls government spending.
- Makes federal laws
- Controls government budget
- Regulates interstate commerce
- Declares war
- Impeaches federal officials
- Confirms presidential appointments
📜 Requires: Representative Democracy
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Executive Branch
The President and agencies enforce laws and manage the federal government.
- Enforces federal laws
- Commands military forces
- Conducts foreign policy
- Appoints federal judges
- Signs or vetoes legislation
- Issues executive orders
🗳️ Requires: Electoral System