The legislative branch's primary check on both the judicial and executive branches is the power to:

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The legislative branch can check the power of the judicial and executive branches by confirming or rejecting appointments to the courts and agencies. This allows them to ensure that the individuals in these positions are aligned with their own values and beliefs, and can potentially prevent the other branches from making decisions that go against the will of Congress. Vetoing executive or judicial decisions (choice A) is a power held by the executive branch, not the legislative branch. As for choice C, while the president nominates judges and cabinet officials, they must be confirmed by the Senate, which is a part of the legislative branch, but the power to appoint them resides with the president.

The Legislative Branch's Primary Check on Both the Judicial and Executive