The prohibition of cruel and unusual punishment comes from which amendment?

PACs are used to

a. prosecute criminal defendants. b. counter submarine warfare threats. c. intimidate potential enemies before they strike. d. raise funds for political candidates.

Independent regulatory commissions are not completely independent, as indicated by the fact that __________

a. their decisions can be overturned by state laws b. commissioners can be removed from office at any time c. their decisions are subject to judicial review d. the president has input into their decisions