Modern presidents are undoubtedly important actors in domestic policy making. In

Modern presidents are undoubtedly important actors in domestic policy making. In this
essay explain the executive branch’s role in budgetary policy, and discuss how well
presidents have worked with Congress. Then using other policy examples, discuss how
presidents have used executive orders and executive actions to influence outcomes.
do not use sources other than: 1) Michael Nelson, The Presidency and the Political System, 12th edition (Congressional Quarterly Press/Sage, 2021)
2) Joseph A. Pika, John Anthony Maltese, and Andrew Rudalevige, The Politics of the
Presidency, 10th edition (Congressional Quarterly Press/Sage, 2021)