On the recordJuly 18, 2012
It is important to stress that congressional oversight of Executive Branch actions is justifiable only as a means of facilitating the legislative task of enacting, amending, or repealing laws.
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congress.govWilliam F. Smith: “It is important to stress that congressional oversight of Executive Branch actions is justifiable only as a means of…”
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Smith emphasizes the proper role of congressional oversight in relation to the Executive Branch.
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