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| | + | An '''executive order''' is an action which does not require the approval of the [[Congress]], by the [[President]]. It cannot contradict or override any law, but can direct agencies in the executive branch in accordance with law. |
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| | + | The proposed executive order on [[abortion]] to which [[Bart Stupak]] agreed on March 21, 2010, and which is riddled with loopholes, is available [http://www.politico.com/livepulse/0310/White_House_issues_statement_on_executive_order_.html here]. A criticism is available [http://corner.nationalreview.com/post/?q=YThlYjRjMjIwMGQwYzRhYjA1NGIyNzU1OWJkMzNkZDI= here]. |
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| | + | [[Category:United States Government]] |