Gerald Ford actually said...

The Secretary of Commerce is designated and empowered to perform without approval, ratification, or other action by the President, the functions vested in the President.

Context

Executive Order 11912—Delegation of Authorities Relating to Energy Policy and Conservation

04/12/1976

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