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The Supreme Court and Civil Rights

Question 3 • MI-Government/Civics 2023

Which of the following are exclusive powers of the Senate? Check all that apply.Confirming executive appointmentsHolding impeachment trialsOriginating bills that raise revenueAppointing Supreme Court justicesApproving international treaties

Answer
A
Confirming executive appointments
B
Holding impeachment trials
C
Originating bills that raise revenue
D
Appointing Supreme Court justices
E
Approving international treaties

Explanation

The Senate has the exclusive power to confirm executive appointments, hold trials after the House impeaches an official, and approve treaties with a two-thirds vote. Revenue bills must originate in the House, and Supreme Court justices are nominated by the president rather than appointed by the Senate alone.

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