As a counterpoint to separation of powers, the principle that the president, Congress, and the Supreme Court share power over the laws of the country. The U.S. system of government is sometimes called a shared-powers system.. whip.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is a cabinet-level agency responsible for enforcing the laws of the United States federal government. DOJ ensures public safety against foreign and domestic threats, including terrorism, and preventing crime.
The Department of Justice (âDOJâ) and the Department of Housing and Urban. Development (âHUDâ) are jointly responsible for enforcing the federal Fair Housing Act.