Separation of Powers

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Homework for Thursday: Complete the separation of powers worksheet.

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Learning Standards:

PMI-1.A: Explain the constitutional principles of separation of powers and checks and balances.

PMI-1.B: Explain the implications of separation of powers and checks and balances for the U.S. political system.

PMI-1.A.1: The powers allocated to Congress, the president, and the courts demonstrate the separation of powers and checks and balances features of the U.S. Constitution.

PMI-1.B.2: Impeachment, removal, and other legal actions taken against public officials deemed to have abused their power reflect the purpose of checks and balances.

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Impeachment?
Yesterday, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi announced a formal impeachment inquiry into President Trump.



So, what exactly does impeachment mean and how does it work?

 


Next, read this article on why seven Democratic members of the House believe that impeachment is necessary. After reading the article, what are their reasons? Do you agree?

Separation of Powers and Checks & Balances

One of the key constitutional principles is separation of powers, dividing governmental powers among three branches. The chart below identifies how power is separated at the federal level.

Make a copy of this Google Doc and identify what branch is responsible for each item described.


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