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.
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
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