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Which of the following would NOT be within the powers of Congress according to the Constitution?

1. Removing the President from office for committing a crime.
2. Declaring war on other countries.
3. Making treaties with foreign countries.
4. Creating a law that raises taxes to build a bridge.

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Answer:

3.

Step-by-step explanation:

The power not vested to Congress by the United States Constitution is making treaties with foreign countries.

According to Article 2, Section 2, Clause 2, of the US Constitution, also known as Treaty Clause, gives power to the President of the United States to make treaties with foreign countries.

Therefore, option 3 is correct.

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