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How congress can check (or limit) the power of the judicial branch?

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Congress can check the power of the judicial branch by modifying court structure, accepting or rejecting nominees, writing or rewriting laws, and proposing constitutional amendments. The executive and legislative branches can also influence judicial power.

Step-by-step explanation:

Congress can check the power of the judicial branch through various means:

  • Modifying the federal court structure and its appellate jurisdiction
  • Accepting or rejecting presidential nominees to federal courts
  • Writing new laws or rewriting existing laws to address constitutional objections raised by the Court
  • Proposing constitutional amendments to undo Court decisions
  • Limiting the jurisdiction of the courts
  • Threatening to remove a subject from the courts' jurisdiction

In addition, the executive and legislative branches can also check the power of the judiciary by influencing the appointment of federal judges and by engaging in amicus briefs or offering input through the solicitor general's involvement in cases.

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