Presidential powers / Harold J. Krent.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 261-268) and index.

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.