interstate compact
These are called treaties.
the enabling act (that answer is wrong) the correct answer is interstate compact
The president's diplomatic powers to enter into agreements with foreign states primarily come from the authority to negotiate and sign treaties, as outlined in the U.S. Constitution. While treaties require Senate approval, the president can also engage in executive agreements, which do not need Senate ratification and can be made unilaterally. These powers enable the president to conduct foreign policy and manage international relations effectively.
No. The power to make agreements with foreign powers is reserved for the Federal government.
The United States Constitution divides foreign policy powers, there are six basic ways in which Congress can originate or shape foreign policy
Yes, states have the ability to enter into agreements with other states. These agreements are typically known as interstate compacts. They allow states to collaborate and coordinate on matters of mutual interest, such as resource management, transportation, or crime prevention. However, these agreements must be approved by Congress if they affect federal powers or are deemed to be a threat to the supremacy of federal law.
The Monroe Doctrine.
The US constitution was originally an agreement between 13 states. The states wished to retain substantial powers for themselves, so they did.
There were no Foreign Powers
The Constitution grants states certain powers through the Tenth Amendment, which reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states. This allows states to govern themselves in areas not specifically outlined in the Constitution.
No, states cannot declare war or regulate foreign commerce. These powers are reserved for the federal government, specifically the executive branch (president) and Congress. States have limited authority in matters of foreign affairs and international relations, which are primarily handled at the federal level.
In general, the prohibitions on the powers of the states is a rather conservative concept. The states in fact reserve to themselves all rights that are not specifically given by the Constitution solely to the federal government.