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------------------------------------------------ Which of the following is NOT a power of Congress?

A. Collecting taxes
B. Passing laws
C. Declaring war
D. Granting pardons

Answer :

Answer: D. Granting pardons

Explanation:

Of the given options, Congress can NOT grant pardons. This gives us our answer of option D. Article I of the US Constitution outlines the powers that the US Congress has.

✓ A. Collecting taxes

➜ In the US Constitution, Article I, Section 8 gives Congress the power to collect taxes.

✓ B. Passing laws

➜ As given by Article I, Congress has the power to pass laws.

✓ C. Declaring war

➜ Article I, Section 8, Clause 11 of the US Constitution gives Congress the power to declare wars.

✗ D. Granting pardons

➜ Congress can not grant pardons. This is an action that can only be done by the president.

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