American Government Final Review Pt. 5

How does an "executive order" shape the American government?

• It allows the President to issue documents that have the force of law

• It allows the President to order Congress into a Special Session.

How are "executive orders" limited by the government?

• The courts can declare them unconstitutional

• Congress has oversight on their enforcement

How does an "executive privilege" shape the US government?

• It allows the President to refuse to release information to Congress or court

• It allows the President the right to shut down the government and call Congress into Special Session.

How is executive privilege limited by the US government?

• The courts can require the President to release the requested information.

• The people have the right to demand a midterm election or impeach the President.

How is the President's Diplomatic Powers limited by the US government?

• Foreign treaties signed by the President must be ratified by Congress

• Executive Agreements negotiated by the President must be approved by Congress.

How are the President's Military Powers limited by the US government?

• It allows the President the power to deploy troops but must consult Congress

• It allows the President to provide the Joint Chiefs of Staff discretionary power to attack or retaliate.

How does the President have Legislative Power?

• He or she must sign or veto laws passed by Congress

• He or she appoints the President of the Senate to oversee Congress

How does the President have Judicial Power?

• He can provide reprieve or amnesty, pardon a criminal or even commute his or her sentence

• He can recall Presidential appointments who have abused or neglected their responsibilities.

What is the Presidential Power of the "bully pulpit"?

• The President has access to the media to communicate to the public

• The President can censor sensitive government issues from being covered by the media.

What is the purpose of the Presidential cabinet?

• to consult the President, carry out laws, and administer executive programs

• to provide checks and balances on the President, and to inform the people about policies