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Although congressional investigations have provided some of the most dramatic moments in American political history, they have often been dismissed as mere political theater. But these investigations are far more than grandstanding. This book shows that congressional investigations are a powerful tool for members of Congress to counter presidential aggrandizement. By shining a light on alleged executive wrongdoing, investigations can exert significant pressure on the president and materially affect policy outcomes.

LEGISLATIVE OVERSIGHT--USA --- GOVERNMENTAL INVESTIGATIONS--USA --- EXECUTIVE POWER--USA --- USA. CONGRESS --POWERS AND DUTIES --- Legislative oversight --- United States --- Governmental investigations --- United States. Congress --- Powers and duties --- Executive power