constitutional powers
Legally granted authorities
Constitutional powers are the authorities granted to government branches or officials by a constitution.
In the United States, these include enumerated powers explicitly listed in the Constitution and implied powers derived from them.
The president's constitutional powers include commanding the military and vetoing legislation.
Debates over constitutional powers often center on their scope and limits.
- founding fathersMale originators of institutions
- lawmakingCrafting enforceable rules
- voteFormal choice expression
- executive ordersPresidential directives with legal force
- commander in chiefHighest military leader
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- executive branchexecutive branch, Oval Office, executive orders, cabinet secretary, executive order
- QuebecQuebec City, Montreal, premier, National Assembly, premiers
- governorsstate governor, viceroy, governor's office, lieutenant governor, proconsul
- presidencyOval Office, president, Washington, executive branch, veto
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