presidential

Example Sentences

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The vice presidential seal adorns the wall behind the meeting table.

From Barron's

Under the 1973 War Powers Resolution — legislation meant to check presidential war-making authority — the president must notify Congress within 48 hours of initiating military action and seek approval if operations extend beyond 60 days.

From Salon

In 1973 it adopted the War Powers Resolution, passed over Richard Nixon's veto, to become the only lasting limit on unilateral presidential military action abroad.

From Barron's

No presidential order has been issued to send any ships of any description to the island nation in the North Atlantic — and even more to the point, none was needed.

From Salon

The former Democratic secretary of state and presidential candidate recently agreed, along with her husband, former President Bill Clinton, to testify to the House Oversight Committee.

From BBC