Who has the power to veto bills?

The President has the power to veto bills as part of the checks and balances established in the U.S. government. When Congress passes a bill, it is sent to the President, who can either sign it into law or refuse to do so. If the President chooses to veto the bill, they can return it to Congress with their objections. This action prevents the bill from becoming law unless Congress can muster a two-thirds majority in both the House of Representatives and the Senate to override the veto. This process is designed to ensure that no single branch of government has unchecked power over legislation, reflecting the Constitution's intent to balance authority among the branches.

The Senate and the House of Representatives do not have the power to veto bills; they are responsible for creating and passing legislation. The Vice President does not have veto authority, although they may cast a tie-breaking vote in the Senate.