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Bell Ringer 9-21-17 Should parents have a choice of what school (K-12) their children can attend? (regardless of income, ethnicity, etc.) Why or why not?

Congressional Checks and balances: Oversight and Impeachment

Lesson Frame We will- Evaluate system of checks and balances from Congressional hearings I will- Evaluate my political stance on various issues

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Oversight Power! Checks and balances http://oneclimbs.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Checks_and_Balances.gif

Congress can impeach office holders for wrongdoing Impeachment Congress can impeach office holders for wrongdoing House of Rep. impeaches- bring formal charges Senate holds the hearing (trial) 2 presidents impeached- Andrew Johnson and Bill Clinton (both acquitted)

Presidential Appointment Not all government offices are elected President’s advisors (Cabinet) are chosen by him Tradition from G. Washington Supreme Court Justices are also chosen MUST BE APPROVED BY THE SENATE

A.K.A. Advise and Consent powers Oversight Power A.K.A. Advise and Consent powers Advise the President on Foreign Policy Congress (Senate) gives Consent on presidential appointments Congressional check on Executive and Judicial branch

Secretary of education Appointment Betsy DeVos Voucher Program- parent choice of schools Government subsidy (tax money) Accountability Review of education budget (free and reduced lunch) Federal funding for colleges, review of antifraud policy

In your opinion, is Betsy DeVos qualified for the job? Exit Ticket 9-21-17 In your opinion, is Betsy DeVos qualified for the job? What role might political parties play in this hearing?

DeVos was confirmed (Advise and Consent Power of Senate) Checks and balances DeVos was confirmed (Advise and Consent Power of Senate) 50 vs 50, simple majority Vice President Mike Pence broke the tie in favor of DeVos

George Washington began tradition of the Cabinet Checks and balances George Washington began tradition of the Cabinet Close advisers and leaders of each government department President can appoint his cabinet members Senate must approve that person before they receive the job Job interview Congress check on Executive