Question

Which power belongs on this list?

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Calling special sessions of Congress

Explanation:

In times of emergency, the executive branch can also convene special sessions of Congress. The president rarely exercises this power, and the last time it was utilized was on July 15, 1948, by President Harry Truman. This power serves as a check on the legislative branch since it forces Congress to meet and deal with matters even when it is not convened and/or when it is attempting to avoid meeting. Before a bill to become law, it must first pass through the legislative branch and then through the executive branch. This is how the executive branch balances the legislative branch's power. This allows the president to veto and annul any bill. Only a two-thirds majority vote in both the House and Senate may override the president's veto.