The Power of Executive Orders

Executive orders allow a president to implement significant policy changes with relative speed and minimal congressional oversight. Donald Trump has frequently utilized this mechanism to create immediate changes, reflecting his campaign promise to bring about swift transformations in governance. However, the use of these orders raises questions about the underlying systems of checks and balances, particularly as some actions taken may overstep constitutional limits and face judicial challenges. While some executive actions can be reversed, the process can lead to lasting impacts, especially when they tread into areas requiring constitutional amendments, such as changes to citizenship laws.