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An '''executive order''' is a directive issued by the President of the United States to manage operations of the federal government. Executive orders carry the force of law when based on constitutional or statutory authority. | An '''executive order''' is a directive issued by the President of the [[United States]] to manage operations of the federal government. Executive orders carry the force of law when based on constitutional or statutory authority. | ||
== Purpose and scope == | == Purpose and scope == | ||
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An executive order is a directive issued by the President of the United States to manage operations of the federal government. Executive orders carry the force of law when based on constitutional or statutory authority.
Purpose and scope
- Direct federal agencies and officers.
- Implement statutes and manage administration policy.
- May not contravene the Constitution or valid statutes.
Limits and review
- Subject to judicial review; courts may set aside unlawful orders.
- Congress may constrain or supersede via legislation.