Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Role of President Pt. 19: Reining in Presidential Power
Congress has on some occasions tried to limit the powers of the President when it believed that boundaries were being overstepped. In times of emergencies, however, the President is usually supported when responding to events.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Role of President Pt. 26: Limiting the President's Agenda
Congress has at times limited the powers of the president by rejecting presidential initiatives.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Role of President Pt. 27: Senate Checks on Presidential Power
Congress and the Senate have the power to set limits on the power of the President by refusing to ratify treaties or to support items on the President's agenda.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Role of President Pt. 28: Strong Limits to Presidential Power
Congress is able to set limits on the powers of the President in a number of ways, including by impeachment.