The Branches of Government The three branches of government were created to make sure that we had checks and balances. The executive branch and the legislative branch were given different powers to make sure that one of the branches didn't abuse their power. But even though the executive and the legislative branch didn't always see eye to eye in Americas past, they always made sure policy was passed. As Americans we need to hold both branches responsible and make sure they don't hold the economy hostage with stupid party politics.