What are three ways in which Congress can exercise influence over the president's foreign policy?
What will be an ideal response?
An ideal response will:
1, Explain that Congress controls appropriations and can therefore grant or withhold funding depending on whether Congress approves or disapproves of the president's foreign policy.
2, Indicate that the Senate approves presidential appointments, including the appointment of the president's chief foreign policy advisors.
3,. Discuss how Congress can exercise oversight over those who formulate and execute foreign policy.
4, Note how treaties negotiated by the president do not go into effect unless ratified by the Senate.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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a. local governments b. executive branch c. legislative branch d. judicial branch
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a. with a chancellor who chooses a president. b. with most powers given to the president and a mainly ceremonial position of chancellor. c. consisting of a chancellor and a monarch who serves only a ceremonial role. d. with most powers given to the chancellor and a mainly ceremonial position of president. e. with a chancellor chosen by a monarch.
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A. The French B. Liberals and Socialists C. To limit the national government criminal law & procedures D. Help give women the right to vote