Explore the legal terms and concepts related to Domestic Affairs. Click on any term below to learn more about its definition and applications.
What are the limitations of the President's pardon power?
The president has the power to pardon those accused or convicted of federal crimes (but not state cr...
When may the president invoke executive privilege?
The president may invoke executive privilege for presidential papers and conversations, but this pri...
What are the limitations of the President's immunity?
The president has absolute immunity in civil suits for money damages for any actions taken while in...
What are the requirements for impeachment and removal?
The President, Vice President, federal judges, and officers of the United States can be impeached an...
Who has the removal power and what are its limitations?
Unless removal is limited by statute, the President may fire any executive branch officer. Congress...
Who has the appointment power, and what positions are appointable?
The President alone appoints: (1) ambassadors, (2) federal judges, and (3) officers of the United St...
Under Youngstown, when is the President's power as Chief Executive most and least powerful regarding domestic affairs?
The president's power as chief executive depends on whether (in order of most to least): (A) The Pr...
