American Government CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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Who has the power to propose the federal budget in the United States?

President.
Supreme Court.
Congress.
State governors.

The correct answer is: President.

The President has the power to propose the federal budget in the United States. This is because the President is the head of the executive branch of government and is responsible for creating a budget that outlines the government's spending and revenue plans for the year. This includes proposing funding for various programs and departments, as well as suggesting changes to tax laws. The Supreme Court does not have a role in the budgeting process as they are part of the judicial branch of government and are responsible for interpreting laws. Congress, which is made up of the House of Representatives and the Senate, has the power to approve or reject the budget proposed by the President but they do not have the power to create the initial budget. State governors also do not have the power to propose the federal budget as their role is primarily focused on the state level budget and expenses.