Question

How can Congress use its power of the purse to impact the agenda of the executive branch?

[] Congress could encourage the executive branch to fund certain departments or agencies.
[] Congress could force the executive branch to fund its own departments and agencies.
[] Congress could eliminate executive departments or agencies.
[] Congress could stop programs or plans proposed by the executive branch from being implemented.

Answer 1

[] Congress could attach conditions or restrictions to funding allocated to certain departments or agencies, dictating how the money should be spent.
[] Congress could withhold funding for certain executive branch initiatives until they receive information or cooperation from the administration.
[] Congress could increase or decrease funding for specific programs or projects proposed by the executive branch, thus influencing priorities and outcomes.
[] Congress could use the power of the purse to limit the scope of executive actions or directives by restricting funding for certain activities.