Separation of Powers: The division of governmental power among three branches - legislative (Congress), executive (President), and judicial (Supreme Court) - each having its own distinct roles and responsibilities.
Checks and Balances: The system in which each branch of government is able to limit or control the actions of other branches in order to prevent an abuse or imbalance of power.
War Powers Resolution: Legislation passed by Congress in 1973 that established procedures for congressional oversight over presidential military actions.