Asked by Mariam Bastami, M.Eng. on May 25, 2024

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An emergency declaration relating to foreign threats allows the president to

A) embargo trade,seize foreign assets,and prohibit transactions with whatever foreign nations are involved.
B) hold elections for an entirely new Congress regardless of whether congressional elections are scheduled.
C) issue a formal declaration of war without congressional approval.
D) add amendments to the Constitution without congressional or state government approval.

Emergency Declaration

An emergency declaration is a formal announcement by a government authority that enables temporary measures to manage a significant threat or disaster, often unlocking additional resources and powers.

Foreign Threats

Challenges or dangers originating from outside a country's borders that can impact national security or interests.

Embargo Trade

A governmental ban on trade with a specific country or the exchange of specific goods, often used as a political tool.

  • Distinguish between different types of presidential powers and their constitutional basis.
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Ethan LocklearMay 28, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
An emergency declaration relating to foreign threats allows the president to embargo trade, seize foreign assets, and prohibit transactions with whatever foreign nations are involved. It does not allow the president to hold elections for an entirely new Congress or add amendments to the Constitution without congressional or state government approval. While the president has the authority to use military force abroad without congressional approval, a formal declaration of war must be approved by Congress.