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US Politics; Powers of the US Congress Part 1
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How does Congress investigate the executive?
How does Congress investigate the executive?
Via Standing and Select committees which hold hearings
Compel (subpoena) witnesses to give info as lying can be charged with imprisonment
Officials may be required to explain decisions in a televised hearing
Government Accountability Office supports investigations due to workload on Congress
What are the advantages of investigating the executive?
What are the advantages of investigating the executive?
The threat may incentivise executive to work with legality and receive exterior scrutiny (public and media)
Occurs more often during a period of divided government which can force officials to behave more orderly
What are the advantages of Congress confirming nominees?
What are the advantages of Congress confirming nominees?
Encourages president to nominate a high-quality individual with expertise
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