Why do presidential powers tend to grow during national emergencies?
Responses
A the President has veto power over Congressthe President has veto power over Congress
B the Federal government needs to respond quicklythe Federal government needs to respond quickly
C Congress cannot function during national emergenciesCongress cannot function during national emergencies
D Congressional power is weaker than the President's
B the Federal government needs to respond quickly
D Congressional power is weaker than the President's
During national emergencies, there is often a need for quick and decisive action to address the crisis. This can lead to an expansion of presidential powers as the President is able to act more swiftly than Congress, which may be bogged down by bureaucracy and partisan gridlock. Additionally, the President's role as commander-in-chief and head of the executive branch gives them significant authority during times of crisis.