Asked by colin hatfield on Sep 27, 2024
The 2014 Select Committee on Benghazi is an example of Congress's
A) advice and consent powers.
B) oversight powers.
C) impeachment powers.
D) executive agreement powers.
Oversight Powers
The authority given to legislative bodies to review, monitor, and supervise federal agencies, programs, and policy implementations to ensure transparency and accountability.
Select Committee on Benghazi
A committee formed by the United States House of Representatives to investigate the 2012 Benghazi attack where a US consulate in Libya was assaulted.
- Comprehend the principle of congressional oversight and its importance in overseeing the executive branch's enforcement of legislation.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the principle of congressional oversight and its importance in overseeing the executive branch's enforcement of legislation.