Executive actions are actions taken by the president independently and without congressional approval. These include executive orders, proclamations, memoranda, and other directives used for policy implementation or interpretation.
Related terms
Executive Orders: These directives issued by the president carry the force of law but can be reversed or modified by future presidents or court rulings.
Proclamations: Similar to executive orders, proclamations are official announcements made by the president that often have symbolic significance.
Signing Statements: These statements issued by the president when signing bills into law express their interpretation or concerns about specific provisions.