How are changes made to the U.S. Constitution?

The Constitution can be updated, but it takes a formal process because it is the highest law of the land. These official changes are called amendments, and they must be approved through strict steps so they have broad support.

Changes to the Constitution are made by adding amendments, which are official changes or additions to the document. An amendment must be proposed and then approved by many states, so it is meant to be difficult and require broad support.