The Constitution gives presidents a modest role in the legislative arena including which of the following?

a. the veto and the ability to call Congress into special session
b. signing statements
c. sending the Vice President to preside over the House of Representatives
d. the right to dissolve Congress and schedule new elections


a. the veto and the ability to call Congress into special session

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