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Congress has the authority to propose amendments to the Constitution as outlined in Article V of the Constitution itself. This power is fundamental to the process of constitutional amendment, allowing Congress to initiate changes that can respond to the evolving needs and conditions of the nation.

The process requires a two-thirds majority in both the House of Representatives and the Senate to propose an amendment. This high threshold is designed to ensure that any amendment has substantial support within Congress before it is sent on to the states for ratification.

By being able to propose amendments independently, Congress plays a critical role in shaping the Constitution. This does not require presidential approval, as the amendment process is designed to operate separately from the executive branch.

The other choices suggest limitations or restrictions that do not exist under the Constitution. For instance, stating that Congress cannot propose amendments contradicts the explicit powers granted to it. Furthermore, stating that Congress can only propose amendments with presidential approval undermines the intention of separation of powers. Finally, while Congress does have a role in the amendment process after states propose amendments, the choice regarding "reviewing" proposed amendments does not accurately reflect the proactive role Congress plays in proposing amendments. Thus, B accurately captures the power Congress possesses in relation to constitutional amendments.