executive branch

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There were forms and traditions and processes, there were strictures, rules, the law, expectations, all of which would hem in the head of the executive branch, at least eventually.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Iran’s supreme leader is the commander in chief of the armed forces, and the head of the judiciary, the legislature and the executive branch.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

I do find that somewhat encouraging, because we obviously need a judiciary that can function independently of the executive branch and stand up to it when it breaks the law.

From Slate • Feb. 20, 2026

Congress and the executive branch should adopt a stable, well-reasoned trade framework that targets real threats to fair competition, evaluates the impact of tariffs on small firms, and avoids high volatility in import duties.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 19, 2026

“It has to do with the executive branch; we’re golden,” JonPaul said.

From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen