According to the constitution, the judicial branch of the federal government is headed by? the congress the supreme court the president the cabinet

The Supreme Court is at the head of the Judicial Branch of government.

Congress serves as the Legislative Branch of government.
The President is at the head of the Executive Branch of government.

Article III of the United States Constitution establishes the Judicial Branch of government, but allows Congress (the Legislative Branch) to decide much about the shape and structure of the federal judicial system underneath the Supreme Court.  Section 1 of Article III states, "The judicial Power of the United States, shall be vested in one supreme Court, and in such inferior Courts as the Congress may from time to time ordain and establish."

According to the Constitution, the judicial branch of the federal government is headed by the Supreme Court.

Further Explanation The United States government is divided into three branches that undertake various roles to enhance smooth running of any government. These branches include:   Judiciary   Judiciary is a branch of government that is headed by the Supreme Court headed by judges.   The major role of the judiciary is to interpret the constitution and also review laws. Judiciary is comprised of courts, that is; the Supreme Court as the head and other federal courts such as local, circuit and municipal courts. Supreme Court Supreme court is the head of judiciary branch of government. It is the highest court that heads the Judiciary in the U.S. The court is headed by justices, the chief justice and eight other justices, who are elected by the president followed by senate approval. Other branches of government Legislature   Legislature is the branch of the government that is tasked with formation and amendment of Laws.   This branch is headed by the Congress. The Congress is divided into two; the senate and the House of Representatives.   Executive   The executive branch of government is headed by the president who is elected by citizens of a country or nation who have attained the voting age. The president is responsible of enforcing laws that have been made by the legislature. Additionally, the president also commands the armed forces, veto laws and also deals with international relations. The vice president and the cabinet are also part of the executive and play a great role in enforcing the mandates of the Executive.  

Keywords: Judicial branch, government

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Level: High school

Subject: History

Topic: Government

Sub-topic: Judiciary