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Executive Branch
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*the president of the United States is the head of this branch
*the president enforces the laws *the president serves as the commander in chief of the armed forces *the president conducts foreign affairs |
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The Legislative Branch
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Made up of:
*The Senate (2 senators from each of the 50 states) *The House of Representatives (435 members) *they make national laws |
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The Judicial Branch
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*system of federal courts that makes sure all laws and treaties are constitutional
*The highest court is the Supreme Court which has 9 justices or judges, nominated by the President and approved by the Senate |
