Branches of Government
Considering historical trends in presidential power, which hypothetical constitutional amendment would most effectively counteract unilateral military commitments made by presidents?
What constitutional amendment expanded presidential term limits?
What potential outcome might have resulted if President Franklin D. Roosevelt had been unsuccessful in expanding the executive power during the Great Depression?
Which theoretical constitutional amendment would specifically address potential issues related to an increase in recess appointments used to circumvent senate confirmation?
Which political ideology is most likely to support the use of executive orders as a means for a President to bypass congressional gridlock?
What institution expanded under Franklin D Roosevelt as a result of increased presidential powers during his terms?
If a president uses signing statements to reinterpret elements of congressional statutes that concern interstate commerce, how might this affect federalism?
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Which Supreme Court case effectively broadened presidential powers associated with foreign policy and national security without Congressional approval?
Which doctrine has been interpreted to justify an expansion of presidential powers?
Who checks Presidential power according to the U.S Constitution's system of checks and balances?