Question

electoral college - part ii
the president of the united states is elected by
the electoral college, rather than by popular vote. the
electoral college is intended to make sure every state
matters in a presidential election.

1. election day: the presidential election takes place on

the first tuesday after the first monday in
november of the election year.

1. state electors cast electoral votes: in december

(following the election, each state gathers a group
of electors to cast their state’s electoral votes

• electors are chosen for their loyalty and

professionalism, making laws to enforce their
votes usually unnecessary

• \faithless electors\: if an elector betrays their

state’s wishes, they are usually removed from
such positions and may face significant fines.

1. certification by congress: the newly elected

congress convenes in january, a month after the
what is congresss role in
elections?

• to certify the results
• to oversee voting
• to swear the president in

Explanation:

Congress's formal role in U.S. presidential elections includes the certification of electoral vote results, which is referenced in the provided text's "Certification by Congress" section. Overseeing voting is typically handled by state and local election officials, and swearing in the president is the role of the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.

Answer:

to certify the results