Question

how does the system of checks and balances allow congress to influence presidential decisions? a) congress can directly amend presidential executive orders to ensure they align with legislative priorities. b) congress can override a presidential veto with a two - thirds majority vote in both houses, thereby ensuring that its legislation can still become law despite the presidents objections. c) congress can unilaterally appoint cabinet members to enforce presidential policies. d) congress can issue binding directives that override presidential signing statements on legislation.

Explanation:

The system of checks - and - balances in the US government gives Congress the power to override a presidential veto with a two - thirds majority vote in both the House of Representatives and the Senate. This allows Congress to make its legislation into law despite the President's objections. Congress cannot directly amend executive orders, unilaterally appoint cabinet members, or issue binding directives to override presidential signing statements.

Answer:

B. Congress can override a presidential veto with a two - thirds majority vote in both houses, thereby ensuring that its legislation can still become law despite the president's objections.