In what ways is the Senate able to check the president's powers in foreign affairs?

Question

A) voting to approve declarations of war and appointments of diplomats
B) voting to approve diplomats and judicial review
C) voting to approve treaties and appointments of diplomats
D) voting to approve military operations and treaties

Answer 1

The correct answer is C) voting to approve treaties and appointments of diplomats.

The Senate has the authority to review and approve treaties made by the president (which require a two-thirds majority vote to ratify) and to confirm presidential appointments of ambassadors and other diplomatic officials (which require a simple majority vote). This check is part of the system of checks and balances established in the U.S. Constitution.