Question

Which presidential action best illustrates the increasing power of the president in the 20th century?

A. Richard Nixon resigns after the Watergate scandal receives national attention
B. Lyndon B. Johnson escalates war in Vietnam after congressional resolution
C. Ronald Reagan pursuing a policy of "new federalism" with support of Congress D. Jimmy Carter arranging a peaceful summit between Israel and Egypt in Camp David

Answer 1

Of the answer choices presented, D is the correct answer.

A-C show examples of the Executive Branch working with Congress. D is the only choice that shows the Executive branch acting alone to work in foreign affairs.