Because of the separation of powers in the United States government, the Legislative branch may

The legislative branch drafts proposed laws, confirms or rejects presidential nominations for heads of federal agencies, federal judges, and the Supreme Court, and has the authority to declare war. It can also override a presidential veto of a bill if two thirds majority in both the House and Senate pass the bill.

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