The statement "Presidents can veto an act of Congress." is an example of the principle of checks and balances. This principle ensures that no one branch of government becomes too powerful, as it allows the executive branch (the President) to check the legislative branch (Congress) by rejecting legislation.
Which of the following is an example of the principle of checks and balances? (1 point) Responses Members of Congress have the power to raise their own salaries. Members of Congress have the power to raise their own salaries. Federal courts have the power to hear cases involving federal law. Federal courts have the power to hear cases involving federal law. Presidents can appoint officers of the armed forces. Presidents can appoint officers of the armed forces. Presidents can veto an act of Congress.
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