The articles of confederation established the first form of an early national government for the independent states. according to the articles confederation, who maintained control of the major powers of government

individual states" who maintained control of the major powers of government, since the the Articles of Confederation was intentionally made to be "weak" in order to ensure that the national government did not become too powerful. 

during the 20th century, the role of the vice president has evolved into more of an executive branch position. now, the vice president is usually seen as an integral part of a president's administration and presides over the senate only on ceremonial occasions or when a tie-breaking vote may be needed.

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