Question

Which of the following statements are accurate regarding the role of the president in the legislative process? Check all that apply. The president lacks a formal role in the legislative process. Most vetoes are overridden by Congress. The U.S. Constitution grants the president the power to sign or veto legislation passed by Congress. It is common for presidents to use their State of the Union message to encourage the public to pressure Congress to support the president’s policies.

Answer 1

Answer: The following statements are accurate regarding the role of the president in the legislative process:

The U.S. Constitution grants the president the power to sign or veto legislation passed by Congress.

Explanation: The President only has ONE legislative power given by the Constitution. The President of the United States is limited to signing (bill then becomes a law) or vetoing (bill is them sent back to congress and can be overridden) legislation passed by Congress (The House of Representatives and The Senate).

Answer 2

Answer: The U.S. Constitution grants the president the power to sign or veto legislation passed by Congress.

Explanation: