Constitutional View: The Founders on Executive Power
Under the Constitution, the president was delegated the authority to execute laws passed by Congress, not create them with the stroke of a pen.
Mississippi Bill Would Set Stage to Nullify Some Presidential Executive Orders
JACKSON, Miss. (Feb. 9, 2016) – A Mississippi bill would set the stage to nullify some presidential executive orders and Department of Justice directives to state and local law enforcement agencies. Sen. Chris McDaniel (R-Ellisville) introduced Senate Bill 2084 (SB2084) on Jan. 26. The legislation would prohibit state agencies, political subdivisions and their employees from…
Tennessee Bill Would Set the Stage to Block Executive Orders and Supreme Court Opinions
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb 1, 2016) – A Tennessee bill would require the state to refuse cooperation with federal executive orders or Supreme Court opinions that have not been implemented by the Tennessee General Assembly. It would set the foundation to nullify some federal acts that conflict with state policy. Sen. Mae Beavers (R-Mt. Juliet) introduced Senate…
Podcast: The Constitutional Limits on Presidential Power
In this episode of Thoughts from Maharrey Head I talk about presidential executive orders and the constitutional limits of executive power. Earlier this week, President Obama issued his promised executive orders relating to firearms. Many Democrats and gun control advocates praised the president for “taking action when Congress won’t.” Meanwhile, Republicans hammered Obama for exceeding…
Arizona Bill Would Set the Stage to Nullify Some Executive Orders and Supreme Court Opinions
PHOENIX, Ariz. (Jan. 7, 2016) – A bill prefiled in the Arizona House would set the stage for the state to refuse cooperation with any executive orders or Supreme Court opinions “not in pursuance of the Constitution,” nullifying such actions in effect. Rep. Mark Finchem (R-Tucson), along with seven other sponsors and cosponsors, introduced House…
Hypocrisy from the Right on Executive Orders?
Apparently, a lot of Republicans only hate executive orders when President Obama signs them. Last week, Donald Trump announced he would sign an executive order mandating the death penalty for “cop-killers.” “One of the first things I do, in terms of executive order if I win, will be to sign a strong, strong statement that…
Missouri Bill Would Set the Stage to Nullify Presidential Executive Orders
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (Dec. 16, 2015) – A bill prefiled in the Missouri legislature would set the stage to nullify presidential executive orders. Rep. Tim Remole (R-06) prefiled House Bill 1791 (HB1791) on Dec. 11. The bill would require the state general assembly to “adopt and enact any and all measures as may be necessary…
Stop Obama From Using Executive Orders To Implement Gun Control
The shooting tragedies in San Bernardino and outside of a Planned Parenthood facility in Colorado have raised gun control rhetoric to a fevered pitch. So far, President Obama has been all talk, but it seems increasingly likely he will eventually act unilaterally to strengthen federal gun control laws. This means states need to take action…
Immigration Executive Order: Fortenberry Parrots Party Line
Rep. Jeff Fortenberry's special statement on Pres. Obama's executive order benefiting millions of illegal immigrants displays inherent misunderstanding of the message sent by voters on November 4 and what's required to deal with President's abuse of power.
Republican Cave-In on Health Care: Make Them Own It
As most Americans rightfully turn their attention toward the holiday season and their priority becomes a focus on faith, family, and friends, our elected officials at both the Federal and State levels are busily working on a range of very important issues, from tax rates to individual freedoms in controlling our personal health care decisions.… more