Which of the following is a historical example of a United States president expanding the powers of office based on a decision rather than a power provided in the Constitution.
A.

President William Jefferson Clinton’s election to a second term as president.
B.

Thomas Jefferson completing the Louisiana Purchase.
C.

President William Henry Harrison’s short term as president.
D.

The passage of the Patient Protection and Care Act by Congress while President Obama was in office.

Question

Which of the following is a historical example of a United States president expanding the powers of office based on a decision rather than a power provided in the Constitution.
A.
	
President William Jefferson Clinton’s election to a second term as president.
B.
	
Thomas Jefferson completing the Louisiana Purchase.
C.
	
President William Henry Harrison’s short term as president.
D.
	
The passage of the Patient Protection and Care Act by Congress while President Obama was in office.

anonymous · Answer

I believe it is D but some may argue B