Which body approves treaties?

Which body approves treaties?

• A. The Senate approves treaties.
• B. The President alone approves treaties.
• C. The House approves treaties.
• D. The Supreme Court approves treaties.

Answer: (A)

Treaties are formal agreements with other nations, and their approval involves a check on the President’s power. The President negotiates treaties, but they cannot bind the United States without congressional consent. The Constitution assigns the responsibility to the Senate, requiring a two‑thirds vote to ratify. Once the Senate approves, the treaty becomes binding, though implementing it may involve additional legislation or executive action. The House does not participate in ratifying treaties, and the Supreme Court does not approve them, though it may interpret treaty provisions if disputes arise.

Treaties are formal agreements with other nations, and their approval involves a check on the President’s power. The President negotiates treaties, but they cannot bind the United States without congressional consent. The Constitution assigns the responsibility to the Senate, requiring a two‑thirds vote to ratify. Once the Senate approves, the treaty becomes binding, though implementing it may involve additional legislation or executive action. The House does not participate in ratifying treaties, and the Supreme Court does not approve them, though it may interpret treaty provisions if disputes arise.