H.R.es188 - Affirming the obligation of the President of the United States to comply with court orders. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.Res.188 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives affirming the obligation of the President of the United States to comply with court orders. The resolution cites instances where President Trump allegedly defied court orders, including those related to immigration, federal funding, and access to government records. It also references statements made by the Vice President and President that appear to question the authority of the judiciary.
Expected Effects
The resolution, if passed, would serve as a formal condemnation by the House of Representatives of the President's alleged actions and statements. It would reinforce the principle of the rule of law and the separation of powers. However, it is primarily symbolic, as it does not carry the force of law and cannot compel the President to comply with court orders.
Potential Benefits
- Reinforces the principle of the rule of law.
- Upholds the separation of powers.
- Sends a clear message from the House of Representatives regarding the importance of complying with court orders.
- Affirms the judiciary's authority to enforce its orders.
- Could potentially influence public opinion and put pressure on the President to comply with court orders.
Potential Disadvantages
- May be seen as a partisan attack on the President.
- Could further polarize the political climate.
- Does not have the force of law and may not be effective in compelling the President to comply with court orders.
- Could be interpreted as an overreach by the legislative branch into the executive branch's authority.
- May not change the behavior of the President or his administration.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the US Constitution by emphasizing the importance of the rule of law and the separation of powers. It references Marbury v. Madison, which established the judiciary's power of judicial review, and Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co. v. Sawyer, which limited the President's power to actions authorized by Congress or the Constitution. The resolution implicitly invokes Article III of the Constitution, which vests the judicial power of the United States in the Supreme Court and inferior courts established by Congress.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).