The legislative branch can
A) pardon persons convicted of federal crimes.
B) override presidential vetoes.
C) pass ex post facto laws.
D) nominate individuals to serve as federal justices.
E) go public.

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The legislative branch has the power to override presidential vetoes through a two-thirds vote in both the House of Representatives and the Senate. This is an important check on the power of the executive branch and ensures that the legislative branch can have a say in important policy decisions. The other options listed are not powers of the legislative branch.

The Legislative Branch Can