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National Security Policy — Quiz

Question 8 • Government

Which example best illustrates the role of the legislative branch in national security?

Answer
A
The United States meets with other leaders to negotiate a trade treaty.
B
The courts determine whether a new law related to security is constitutional.
C
The federal government votes on a budget to provide safety and security.
D
The federal government has different agencies that protect the nation.

Explanation

The legislative branch, Congress, controls government spending by debating and approving the federal budget. Funding national defense and security programs is one way it supports national security, so the budget vote in choice C is the best example. Negotiating treaties is mainly an executive branch role, while reviewing a law’s constitutionality is a judicial branch role.

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