How Powerful Is The President's Veto?
Civics 101
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The President's Ability to Vetal Legislation Isn't Always as Powerful as You Might Think
The president would have the power to veto laws, but congress could override the veto with a two thirds majority. So if two thirds of them strongly support something, even if the president vetoes it, congress can still say, no, this is what the people want, and it's going to happen. Yes, it's all about political context and timing. And the veto isn't always as powerful as you might think. For example, there was only one veto override during donald trump's administration,. One during the obomba administration and four during the george w bush administration.
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