Executive Powers

Question 1

Domestic Authority

Answer 1

1. Appoint high level officers (with senate approval)
2. Pardon federal offenses
3. Veto Bills

Question 2

Foreign Affair Powers (generally)

Answer 2

1. Can act militarily (commit troops) but cannot declare war under commander in chief powers
2. Represent U.S. in foreign relations
3. Enter into treaties with 2/3 senate approval
   - if treaty conflicts with federal law, last in time prevails
4. Executive agreements (no senate approval)