Why were tribunes of the plebs so powerful in Roman government?

They served as leaders in times of emergency
They judged important cases.
They protected the name of patricians.
They could veto any law or action of a magistrate

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They could veto any law or action of a magistrate. This power gave them significant influence and allowed them to protect the interests of the plebeian class in Roman society.
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