2.6 (EXPANSION OF PRESIDENTIAL POWER)

Question 1

In what ways are presidential powers expanded?

Answer 1

1. Formal powers
2. Increase in veto power
3. Added military power w/o Congressional approval. (Iraq, Afghanistan, Korea, Vietnam)

Question 2

What are inherent powers?

Answer 2

Not in the constitution. (Ex: Bush created a military commissions to try “enemy combatants” in the war on terrorism at the U.S naval base in Cuba CONG. FOUND THIS UNCONSTITUTIONAL)

Question 3

Examples of Congresses Delegation of Power?

Answer 3

1. Giving power to FDR to enact the New Deal programs
2. In the 70s, Nixon implemented price controls to prevent inflation. w