US Gov congress crossword

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  1. 4. A legislative tactic involving prolonged speechmaking to delay or obstruct a vote.
  2. 5. A formal decision-making group within a legislative assembly.
  3. 7. The constitutional power of the President to reject a bill passed by Congress.
  4. 10. A temporary committee formed to reconcile differences between House and Senate versions of a bill.
  5. 12. The process of redrawing electoral district boundaries to favor a particular political party.
  6. 13. A joint session of Congress where the President delivers an address on the State of the Union.
  7. 14. The party with the most seats in a legislative body.
  8. 15. The constitutional power of the Senate to approve treaties negotiated by the President.
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  1. 1. A committee formed for the purpose of investigating a specific issue or topic.
  2. 2. A proposed law under consideration by a legislative body.
  3. 3. This term refers to a group within a larger committee, focusing on a specific area of legislation.
  4. 6. The leader of the majority party in the House of Representatives.
  5. 8. The procedure by which Congress oversees the executive branch and ensures the laws are faithfully executed.
  6. 9. The approval of a presidential nominee or appointment by the Senate.
  7. 11. A legislator who introduces a bill or resolution.