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==Powers==
 
==Powers==
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The powers of congress, called the [[Delegated Powers]] are detailed in [[United States Constitution:Article I|Article I]], section eight.  This includes the [[Necessary and Proper Clause]].<ref>U.S. Government and Politics</ref>
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The powers of Congress, called the [[Delegated Powers]] are detailed in [[United States Constitution:Article I|Article I]], section eight.  Congress is vested with the power to impose and collect taxes, to borrow an coin money, and to regulate foreign and interstate trade.  Congress is also responsible to create post offieces and federal courts, maintain the army and navy, and admit new states into the union.  Additionally, Congress can propose amendments to the [[Constitution]].  The [[Necessary and Proper Clause]] grants Congress all other powers necessary to carry out its duties.<ref>U.S. Government and Politics</ref>
    
==Origin==
 
==Origin==
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