Executive order

Executive order is a type of presidential directive in the United States used by the President of the United States to manage the operations of the federal government. The legal or constitutional basis for executive orders has multiple sources, including statutory authority delegated to the president, and the president's inherent powers in the United States Constitution, such as the power to conduct foreign affairs, as commander-in-chief of the armed forces, or making necessary adjustments to the executive branch.

Overview

Executive orders are issued directly by the president to the federal agencies, department heads, or other federal employees. They are generally used to direct and manage how the federal government operates. Executive orders can have the full force of law, provided they are based on authority derived from statute or the Constitution itself. They do not require approval from the United States Congress, and Congress cannot simply overturn them. However, Congress may pass