The powers of the federal government that are clearly stated in the Constitution are outlined in Article I, Section 8, known as the Enumerated Powers. These include the authority to levy taxes, regulate commerce, declare war, maintain armed forces, and establish post offices, among others. Additionally, the Necessary and Proper Clause allows Congress to make laws needed to execute these powers. This framework establishes the federal government's specific roles and responsibilities.
Expressed powers
The Constitution states that expressed powers are the federal governments.
Enumerated/Delegated Powers - Powers given only to the federal government. Reserved Powers - Powers reserved for state governments only. Concurrent Powers - Powers shared between the state and federal governments. Implied Powers - Powers that Congress has that ARE NOT specifically listed in the Constitution. Expressed Powers (almost like Enumerated/Delegated) - Powers of Congress that ARE specifically listed in the Constitution.
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In the US, the Federal government's powers are derived by the US Constitution. Taking this back a step, it was the states that created the Constitution. At its beginning, however, the source of the US Federal governments powers are derived from the citizens of the USA.
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