Question

The U.S. Constitution gives Congress the power to override a president's veto with a two-thirds vote. This power best reflects the principle of

Answer 1

The U.S. Constitution gives Congress the power to override a president's veto with a two-thirds vote. This power best reflects the principle of Regulatory checks by legislative branch over executive branch.   Legislative branch can also initiate the process of impeachment, refuse to accept treaties etc.   The US constitution gives Congress the right to reject the presidential appointments and investigate actions of a president.

Answer 2

The Presidential Veto and Congressional Veto Override Process Act.

By threatening a veto, the President can persuade legislators to alter the content of the bill to be more acceptable to the President.

Congress can override a veto by passing the act by a two-thirds vote in both the House and the Senate.