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Federalism In constitutional law, federalism is the distribution of power between national and state governments. Through its articles, the United States Constitution designates what powers the national and state governments have. The judicial branch of the federal government derives its power from Article III §2 of the US Constitution. Article III also gives Congress the power to create inferior federal courts. The executive branch is given authority in Article II of the US Constitution. Article II provides procedures for executive elections as well as grant powers to the President. The President has the ability to appoint federal officials, as long as they are approved by the Senate. Treaties can also be created by the President with two-thirds consent of the Senate. The President may also be impeached for treason, bribery, or other high crimes and misdemeanors. Continued... By Delinda Tamagni