The relevant president

Aides say Bush, frustrated by Congress, will rely more on executive orders instead.

Published October 31, 2007 1:13PM (EDT)

The separation of powers, Bush style: White House aides tell the Washington Post that the president, frustrated that he isn't getting what he wants from Congress, will increasingly attempt to influence government policy by issuing executive orders.


By Tim Grieve

Tim Grieve is a senior writer and the author of Salon's War Room blog.

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