The President's veto power is the authority granted to the President to reject or refuse to sign a bill passed by both chambers of Congress. This action sends it back to Congress for further consideration.
Related terms
Override: The process by which Congress can pass a bill into law despite the President's veto, requiring a two-thirds majority vote in both chambers.
Pocket Veto: A type of veto that occurs when the President does not sign a bill within ten days of receiving it and Congress has adjourned during that period.
Executive Orders: Directives issued by the President that manage operations of the federal government and have the force of law, without requiring congressional approval.