Which of the following is an executive check on the powers of the judicial branch of government?
A.
presides over Senate during hearing to impeach the president
B.
enforces term limits for Supreme Court justices
C.
nominates Supreme Court justices and federal judges
D.
casts tie-breaking vote if the Supreme Court cannot reach a verdict
C. nominates Supreme Court justices and federal judges
As an executive check in the checks and balances system, the President of the United States has the power to nominate Supreme Court justices and federal judges.
