If a president claims the power to take an action not enumerated in the Constitution, like suspending the writ of habeas corpus, she or he probably does so by claiming that this action is justified by the president's __________ powers.

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Inherent powers are not specifically enumerated in the Constitution but rather they are considered powers that are inherent to the presidency and necessary for the president to fulfill their duties. This would include the power to suspend the writ of habeas corpus in certain circumstances.

If a President Claims the Power to Take an Action