In the United States,the Basis for the Authority of Judges

question 34

Multiple Choice

In the United States,the basis for the authority of judges is

• A)Congress.
• B)common law.
• C)their electoral base.
• D)the Constitution and laws.
• E)the Judicial Conference of the United States.

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Definitions:

Divided Government

A situation in which different political parties control different branches of the government, often leading to gridlock or conflict.

National Security Council

A federal agency in the United States responsible for advising the president on national security and foreign policies.

Office of Management and Budget

A division of the Executive Office of the President that assists in preparing the federal budget and monitors spending in U.S. government agencies.

Natural Born Citizen

A term often associated with the eligibility for U.S. presidency, referring to someone born a U.S. citizen, regardless of the location of birth.