4-7: Congress and the Executive Branch

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4-7: Congress and the Executive Branch

Legislative Oversight Overview Oversight refers to congressional review of the activities of an executive agency, department, or office. Investigates corruption and waste Holds hearings to discuss problems and solutions

Legislative Oversight Overview Carried out by committees Increases public awareness about governmental problems Senate confirmation of cabinet heads and judicial appointments

Legislative Oversight Methods Setting guidelines for agencies Conducting investigations Holding hearings Using budget control Reorganizing an agency Evaluating an agency’s programs

Foreign Policy Constitutional Separation of Power Congress President Declares war Ratifies treaties President Commander-in-chief Wages war Negotiates treaties

Foreign Policy War Powers Resolution (1973) Response to presidential actions during the Vietnam War Ensured greater congressional voice in military matters President must notify Congress within 48 hours of deploying troops President must bring troops home from hostilities within 60 to 90 days unless Congress extends the time