Read ‘Em and Weep

Executive orders are powerful directives from the U.S. President that must be followed by the executive branch, significantly influencing federal agency operations, policy implementation, and national responses to crises. However, their power is limited; they cannot create new laws, violate existing laws, or override constitutional rights. Their legality can be challenged in court, and Congress can pass new legislation to supersede or defund them, or a future president can revoke them.