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.
Operating under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of Justice, the FBI is also a member of the U.S. Intelligence Community and reports to both the Attorney General and the Director of National Intelligence.