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Yes- the president has the power to pardon people for federal crimes.
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Why has there never been a female president?
In some countries, men are the only people allowed to take office. In others, men are the only people who can gather enough support. However, there have been plenty of female presidents. See the related link for a list of female leaders, including many presidents.
Why might the president give an executive order rather than create a new law?
Presidents can offer directives about something they already have power over, but one reason that a president might issue an executive order is to get around congress, and not be subject to the normal checks and balances built into our government. Congress makes new laws... the president cannot. In the past, several presidents have been criticized for using executive orders to take more power than they should have.
Which us presidents didn't take salary?
Herbert Hoover and John F. Kennedy donated their salaries to charity. George Washington didn't want the salary but was convinced to take it because some presidents in the future may need it. George Washington didn't take a salary for leading the Army.
The Populist party wanted to create rights for?
The Populist Party sought to increase the power of the common people. They fought to take away power from the rich.
Who gives the government power over the people?
The Constitution of the United States of America gives the Government PowerThe people give the government its powers. This is one of the foundational principles of the U.S. Constitution:Limited Government: Since the people give government its power, government itself is limited to the power given to it by them. In other words, the US government does not derive its power from itself. It must follow its own laws and it can only act using powers given to it by the people.The People give power to the government. And The People don't realize that they can take it back if necessary.
What are some advantages and disadvantages of the power of presidents to take action on their own?
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What are the presidents' Military and Civil Powers?
The president can give a pardons and he can take anyone he wants out of jail or prison no matter what, and he can also declare war!!
Why shouldn't people go to jail for abandoning pets?
Many people cannot afford to take care of their pets or are not allowed to take them in.
Why-shouldn't people go to jail for abandoning their pets?
Many people cannot afford to take care of their pets or are not allowed to take them in.
Why should people go to jail for abandon their pets?
Many people cannot afford to take care of their pets or are not allowed to take them in.
Which of these was an important part of george washingtons presidency?
he set examples for other presidents to follow
What year did Hitler fail to take power in Germany and is thrown in jail?
He commited suicide in 1945 but was never tried.
When did they take Rosa parks to jail?
when did they take Rosa Parks to jail.
Where did presidents and vice presidents take the oath?
They take their presidential oaths at Capitol Hill, at their inauguration.
Can people take drugs in jail?
People in jail are bound by the same laws as people outside of jail. If the drug is on the government's list of controlled substances, then a valid prescription from a licensed medical person (physician, psychiatrist, etc) is all that is necessary for the inmate to take the prescribed drug. If they do not have a valid prescription, then they are subject to the same criminal prosecution as would be anyone who is not incarcerated.
Can president elect take power if a global war starts under current presidents term?
Yes. The US Constitution makes no provision for suspending the transfer of power during wartime.
How does a wife get power of attorney if her husband is in jail he is due to get money from sale of house?
If the husband doesn't give her the power of attorney, there is no way for her to get it. She will have to take the paperwork to him to be signed. He could grant her a power of attorney if he would like to.
