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    How he could have been stopped.

    Started by K-Dog Apr 04, 2025, 04:19 PM

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    K-Dog

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    Apr 04, 2025, 04:19 PM
    Congress has several powerful tools to check and control a rogue president who abuses their power or acts outside the bounds of the Constitution. Here's a breakdown of how Congress can respond:

    🔧 1. Impeachment and Removal

        House of Representatives: Can impeach the president with a simple majority vote.

        Senate: Holds the trial and can remove the president from office with a two-thirds vote.

    ➡ Grounds: "Treason, Bribery, or other high Crimes and Misdemeanors."

    💸 2. Power of the Purse

        Congress controls federal spending. It can:

            Deny funding for presidential initiatives.

            Withhold or restrict funds to limit executive actions.

    📜 3. Legislation

        Congress can pass laws to limit or override the president's actions.

            Example: The War Powers Resolution limits the president's ability to commit troops without congressional approval.

            The president can veto, but Congress can override with a two-thirds vote in both chambers.

    📜 4. Oversight and Investigations

        Congress has committees that can:

            Subpoena documents and witnesses.

            Hold public hearings.

            Expose wrongdoing and pressure the administration.

    🧑 5. Confirmation Power

        The Senate must confirm many top executive and judicial appointments.

        It can reject nominees to prevent a rogue agenda from being carried out.

    ⚖️ 6. Constitutional Amendments

        Though rare and difficult, Congress can propose amendments to curb presidential power long-term.

    🧩 7. Public Pressure and Politics

        Congress members can rally public opinion against a rogue president.

        This can lead to bipartisan coalitions or influence presidential behavior, especially during election cycles.



    I post this to demonstrate how congress is not doing their job.

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