Identifying Exclusive and Reserved Powers

The United States Constitution established a federal government with specific powers, some of which are shared between the national and state governments. This division of powers aims to balance authority and prevent any single entity from gaining too much control. One important aspect of this system is the system of checks and balances, which ensures that power is distributed and that each branch of government can limit the actions of the others.

Identify and explain two powers that are exclusive to the national government and two powers that are reserved for the states. In your response, provide specific examples of each type of power.