American Government CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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Who has the power to declare a state of emergency in the United States?

President.
Supreme Court.
Congress.
State governors.

The correct answer is: President.

The President has the power to declare a state of emergency in the United States as it falls within their jurisdiction and authority as the chief executive of the nation. The Supreme Court, Congress, and state governors do not have the power to make this type of declaration. The Supreme Court is primarily responsible for interpreting laws and resolving legal disputes. Congress is responsible for making laws and allocating funds, but they do not have the authority to declare a state of emergency. State governors have the power to declare a state of emergency within their state, but not on a national level. Therefore, the President is the only correct option as they have the necessary power and authority to take such action.