The new Constitution, after the Constitutional Convention in 1787, granted the president the power to:
A)collect taxes and raise revenue.
B)regulate both foreign and domestic commerce.
C)declare war and maintain an army.
D)make treaties without the consent of the Senate.
E)execute the laws passed in Congress.

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The Constitution grants the President the power to execute the laws passed by Congress, ensuring that the laws are implemented and enforced as intended by the legislative branch. This role is part of the executive powers outlined in the Constitution, distinguishing it from the powers to collect taxes, regulate commerce, declare war, and make treaties, which are allocated to Congress or involve Senate consent.

The New Constitution, After the Constitutional Convention in 1787, Granted