- The areas of overlap between state governments and the federal government where they share jurisdiction and responsibilities, such as taxation, law enforcement, and infrastructure development.
- The exclusive powers and responsibilities of each level of government, such as the federal government's authority over defense and foreign policy, and state governments' authority over education and public health.
- The conflicts or tensions that may arise between state governments and the federal government, such as disputes over policy decisions or interpretations of the Constitution.
- The power dynamics between the executive branch at each level of government, including the president and state governors, and how their authority compares to that of legislative and judicial branches.
- The various types of local government, such as city councils, county governments, and townships, and how they interact with and receive governing authority from state and federal government.