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What legislative power has never been used by a president?
Adjourning Congress
Which legislative power has never been used by a president?
Adjourning Congress
What are the presidents two major legislative powers?
As part of the Executive Branch, the President had very limited Legislative power. Realistically, there is only one: the power to sign or Veto bills passed by Congress. All other powers of the President revolve around enforcing existing laws, not creating new ones. The sole (possible) exception could be the President's power to negotiate treaties, which can be construed as a legislative power (since a treaty creates legally binding law). However, as the President only negotiates them, not actually enacts them into law (the US Senate does that), including this power as a "legislative" power is weak.
What division of power is used when the president appoints ambassadors?
The Senate (legislative branch) must confirm (approve) these appointments by the President. Thus the power to appoint is divided
How does the legislative check the executive branch?
Through the veto power.
