When Congress continually monitors the actions of a bureaucracy, it participates in ______ oversight.

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Police patrol oversight is characterized by Congress actively monitoring and conducting investigations into the actions of a bureaucracy on a regular basis, rather than waiting for problems to be brought to their attention (fire alarm oversight). This type of oversight is meant to keep the bureaucracy in check and prevent any potential issues from arising. Omnibus and legislative oversight are broader terms that do not specifically refer to this type of monitoring.

When Congress Continually Monitors the Actions of a Bureaucracy, It