Defend the constitution and approve or veto laws
To see that the laws are followed
The job of the executive branch is to enforce the laws that the legislative make. The president/executive branch also handles foreign policy, acts as the ceremonial head of state, and acts as policy...
to veto laws
The job of the executive branch of government is to ensure that the laws congress passes are followed.
Gitmo and the Writ of Habeas Corpus
Examining Bush's Authorization to Shoot Down 911 Planes
John Dean on Executive Power and the U.S. Presidency
The Abuse of Presidential Signing Statements