The Constitution states it's the President's job to “ensure those laws are faithfully executed.” So, Presidents often use Executive Orders to direct federal workers on how to enforce existing laws, sometimes changing direction during times of war or other emergencies.Sep 27, 2021An executive order is a type of written instruction that presidents use to work their will through the executive branch of government. Congress and Federal courts can strike down executive orders that exceed the scope of the president's authority.
Democracies have something called the "consent of the governed" where the people trust the Government (institution) to create and enforce public policies as approved by the people.
