The federal government is the only body permitted to create treaties. Which entity is authorized to create treaties?

• A. State administrative bodies
• B. Federal government
• C. Courts
• D. Local municipalities

Answer: (B)

Treaties are international agreements that bind the United States to obligations abroad. The power to form treaties lies with the federal government because only the national government can represent the U.S. in dealings with other nations. Under the Constitution, the President negotiates treaties and the Senate must provide advice and consent for ratification; once ratified, the treaty becomes part of U.S. law. States, courts, or local municipalities do not have authority to enter into treaties on behalf of the United States. They handle domestic matters, interpret or enforce laws, or govern local affairs, but they cannot bind the country internationally. While the President can negotiate executive agreements without Senate approval, those are not formal treaties; the question refers to treaties, making the federal government the correct answer.