When the President signs a bill presented by Congress, it becomes the law. The President's obligation is to enforce the law. Given the fact that the Constitution provides the President with the power to veto, is it ethical or even legal to sign a bill into law, then prepare a "signing statement" declaring that he does not agree with the law and may choose to disobey or not enforce it?
Sunday, May 4, 2008
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