A decision or action taken by the President of the United States that has a significant impact on policy, laws, or governance.
Related terms
Executive Order: A directive issued by the president that manages operations of government agencies without requiring congressional approval.
Presidential Proclamation: A formal statement issued by the president to declare or commemorate specific events or occasions.
Signing Statement: A written comment attached to a bill when it is signed into law, expressing how the president intends to interpret and execute that law.