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To oversee the executive agencies

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It is an essential part of the lawmaking process.

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The US Congress has the power to investigate crimes and potential crimes. It does this through committee hearings and appointing special prosecutors.

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Congress is given investigatory powers such as access to U. S. census investigations. This offers Congress the necessary data needed to make informed decisions on legislature.

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gives the public a chance to bring their views to congress

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The investigatory power of the congress is exercised through the congressional committee on the need for a future legislation.

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because they like to investigate things.

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