Branches of Government

A president uses executive agreements to bypass the Senate's treaty ratification process.

A president orders military intervention in a foreign conflict without a formal declaration of war from Congress.

A president vetoes legislation passed by Congress that would significantly increase federal spending.

A president grants pardons to several individuals convicted of federal crimes before leaving office.

To address socioeconomic inequalities, promote consumer protections, and enforce environmental standards.

To transition responsibilities traditionally held by federal agencies to state or local governments in order to distribute power more evenly.

To encourage deregulation across major sectors including financial services, energy, and healthcare.

To reduce government spending by streamlining federal agencies' structures and minimizing their scope.

By issuing an executive directive requiring all states to change their voting systems.

By deploying National Guard troops without the consent of state legislatures.

By unilaterally amending the Constitution to include new directives for state governments.

By providing conditional federal grants that incentivize states to adopt certain policies.

Mandating Senate approval for all military actions undertaken by armed forces abroad prior to deployment.

Allowing only Congressional declaration of no-confidence votes against presidential military strategies during wartime conditions only.

Giving Congress sole authority to declare war without consultation from the president in every case involving foreign conflict.

Requiring notification to Congress within 48 hours of deploying troops and limiting military engagement duration without explicit authorization.

Executive orders could become prevalent tools for immediate but temporary fixes before legislation adapts accordingly.

Presidents might rely more heavily on veto power as a check against judicial activism or overreach from courts.

The focus may shift towards data-driven solutions without political bias influencing presidential actions after rulings.

There would likely be greater emphasis on amending the Constitution in response to controversial judicial decisions.

The Judiciary's authority over military cases

The President's power to send troops into action abroad

A state's right to maintain a militia

Congress's ability to declare war

Only Roosevelt had support from Congress.

Only Lincoln had legal justification for his actions.

Both declared martial law nationwide.

Both suspended certain civil liberties for national security purposes.

Treaties and executive agreements are the same thing and require Senate approval.

Treaties are informal and do not require Senate approval, while executive agreements are formal and require Senate confirmation.

Treaties are formal and require Senate confirmation, while executive agreements are informal and do not require Senate approval.

Treaties are binding and require Senate approval, while executive agreements are non-binding and do not require Senate confirmation.

The President may need to share power with a prime minister, possibly diluting swift decision-making abilities.

Direct popular vote initiatives could become more predominant for deciding bailout measures or reforms.

State governors could play an increased role in implementing federal economic recovery plans.

The Senate’s role in fiscal policy would likely be enhanced, giving them greater oversight over economic decisions.

This ruling is likely to be ignored, having no significant impact on future presidencies or legislations.

It could expand presidential powers by setting a precedent for action without judicial review.

It could limit the President's unilateral actions by reinforcing the need for legislative backing.

It would encourage presidents to bypass Congress more frequently in national crises.