Which branch has the power to veto a bill passed by Congress?

Which branch has the power to veto a bill passed by Congress?

• A. The President
• B. Congress
• C. The Supreme Court
• D. The Governor

Answer: (A)

The President has the veto power to reject legislation passed by Congress. After a bill clears both houses, it goes to the President, who can sign it into law or veto it. A veto sends the bill back with the President’s objections. Congress can still enact the bill if both houses override the veto with a two-thirds vote; then the bill becomes law despite the President’s disapproval. The Supreme Court doesn’t veto laws; it reviews them for constitutionality and may strike them down. The Governor handles state-level legislation, not federal laws.

The President has the veto power to reject legislation passed by Congress. After a bill clears both houses, it goes to the President, who can sign it into law or veto it. A veto sends the bill back with the President’s objections. Congress can still enact the bill if both houses override the veto with a two-thirds vote; then the bill becomes law despite the President’s disapproval. The Supreme Court doesn’t veto laws; it reviews them for constitutionality and may strike them down. The Governor handles state-level legislation, not federal laws.