Presidential powers / Harold J. Krent.
| Author/creator | Krent, Harold J. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | New York : New York University Press, ©2005. |
| Description | viii, 279 pages ; 24 cm |
| Supplemental Content | Table of contents |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Introduction -- The president's power to execute the laws passed by Congress. Presidential participation in the legislative process: the veto power ; Degree of centralized control over law enforcement ; The president's appointment power ; The president's removal authority ; Presidential controls under Article II over rulemaking and litigation ; Delegations outside the executive branch ; One final check: congressional appropriations power -- The executive's power over foreign affairs. The treaty power ; War powers ; The role of judicial oversight -- The protective power of the president. Exercise of war-type power in face of domestic disturbances ; Curtailment of rights domestically during time of war ; Emergency measures to protect government personnel and property -- Presidential immunities and privileges. Immunity from suit ; Executive privilege -- The pardon power. Congressional interference ; General separation of powers concern ; Pardon based on legal disagreement ; Scope of judicial review ; Conditional pardons -- Conclusion. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (p. 261-268) and index. |
| LCCN | 2004017315 |
| ISBN | 0814747825 (cloth : alk. paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Joyner | General Stacks | JK516 .K73 2005 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |