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Homeland Security opens a suspicious package! Executive Branch is responsible because homeland security is part of the Executive branch (enforces laws). Possible check(s) on power?? –Legislative Branch funds Homeland Security –Judicial Branch determine if this is lawful.

A bill is passed for citizens to choose their own health care program! Bill are passed through the Legislative Branch (makes laws). Possible check(s) on power?? –President (executive branch) could veto!

A peace treaty with Iran is signed. Treaties are made by the Executive branch (President) Possible check(s) on power?? –Treaties must be confirmed by the senate.

A ban on gay marriage is challenged for its “constitutionality”. Laws are interpreted by the courts. (Judicial Branch) Possible Check(s) on power?? –Legislative branch (makes the laws) –Executive branch (appoints/approves Judges)

A recent bill to increase funding for education was passed again after it was rejected. Legislative branch makes the laws! Possible check(s): –Judicial branch could declare the law unconstitutional.