Question

Who did franklin d. roosevelt persuade to approve the establishment of the executive office of the president in 1939?

Answer 1

He had to persuade Congress.

Answer 2

Answer: Congress

Franklin D. Roosevelt was able to get Congress to pass the Reorganization Act of 1939. This act was based on the recommendations of a panel of experts, known as the Brownlow Committee. The Reorganization Act laid the groundwork for the large and complex staff the White House operates with nowadays.