veto
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Steel that allows him and future presidents to veto plant closings, the transfer of production out of the country and other operational changes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
The resolution was largely symbolic, however, as the US president can veto it if it gains Senate approval.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
“There are too many members of the coalition and there are too many of the members who have veto power, which then leads to paralysis,” Guerra said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
Security Council, where most nations get rotating seats but no veto.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026
In Livermore’s organizational chart, Teller would be designated as one of several members of the Scientific Steering Committee, but in recognition of his “obvious special status,” he was awarded veto power over the committee’s decisions.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
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