Which of these historical events is notable for leading to an expansion of presidential power?

The Great Depression

The Manhattan Project

The California Gold Rush

The Korean War

1 answer

The Great Depression is notable for leading to an expansion of presidential power. During this period, particularly under President Franklin D. Roosevelt, the federal government took on a more active role in the economy, resulting in the establishment of various programs and agencies aimed at relief, recovery, and reform (collectively known as the New Deal). This expansion of government involvement in economic and social issues significantly increased the power of the presidency and set precedents for future federal intervention.