In order for the United States to make a treaty with China, what majority of U.S. Senators needs to approve?

A. 0.5
B. 0.66666667
C. All of them
D. 0.75
E. 0.8


Ans: B. 0.66666667

The Senate has the unique power in that any treaties or agreements with foreign countries must be approved by the Senate in a 2/3 majority vote.

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