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10). Seize All Firearms in the Possession of Private Citizens
A lot of buzz is going around about which candidate is pro or anti second amendment, or about new Gun Control. The President (or local police/military acting on his or her behalf) cannot seize anyone’s firearms, even during a nationwide State of Emergency, without legal reason or cause.
9). Make Gay Marriage Illegal Again
In June of 2015, SCOTUS ruled that gay marriage is a constitutional right. In order for it to change, there would need to be a challenge in lower courts bumped up to the SCOTUS once again to make another ruling with different members.
8). Shut Down the Government
The government shutdown in October of 2013 was the result of a Republican controlled House and a Democratic controlled Senate being unable to agree on a budget. The President did not and could not initiate it or end it.
7). Enact Trade Policy
While there is a fast track for the President to write trade policy, it still must be passed through Congress. Fast tracking simply means Congress cannot amend; they must vote yay or nay. Congress is the body of the government that controls tariffs according to the Constitution.
6). Authorize Additional Funding for NASA
While the president can propose acts and budgets and talk about the US goals for space travel, the power of NASA funding lies ultimately with Congress as do all budgetary issues.
5). Repeal the Affordable Care Act (better known as Obamacare) or Enact Anything in It’s Place
Since the Affordable Care Act is already law, any changes would have to be proposed as a bill, which would then have to be passed through Congress.
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