In 2003, the Bush administration negotiated with Mexico to create a "smart border" that would limit the movement of illegal aliens into the United States, while improving the flow of goods between the two nations.This arrangement, which never went to Congress for formal approval, is an example of
A)an executive agreement.
B)a pocket veto.
C)a recess appointment.
D)a treaty.
E)executive privilege.

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An executive agreement is a pact negotiated between the president and a foreign country without the approval of Congress. As the Bush administration negotiated with Mexico to create a "smart border" without submitting it to Congress for formal approval, this is an example of an executive agreement.

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