The presidency has expanded through the use of both constitutional and implied powers:
: Today, the president wields immense power over national security and economic policy, often justifying this expansion as necessary for effective governance in a complex world. 2.6.docx
: Powers not mentioned in the Constitution but developed over time, such as: The presidency has expanded through the use of
While the Anti-Federalists feared a single executive would lead to tyranny, presidential power has grown significantly because a single person can provide faster leadership than a large legislative body like Congress. Congress was the dominant branch
: Originally, Congress was the dominant branch, but the executive and legislative branches reached more equal footing over time.