Which of the following statements about congressional oversight of the bureaucracy is MOST accurate?
A)The number of oversight hearings has decreased over time as the bureaucracy has expanded.
B)Although the number of oversight hearings has increased over time as the bureaucracy has expanded, the extent of oversight does depend somewhat on which party controls the White House.
C)The number of oversight hearings has remained constant over time, despite the fact that bureaucracy has expanded.
D)Oversight has been eliminated as a result of a 2012 Supreme Court decision.

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While oversight hearings have increased over time as the bureaucracy has expanded, the extent of oversight does vary depending on which party controls the White House. The party out of power in the White House generally conducts more aggressive oversight of the executive branch.

Which of the Following Statements About Congressional Oversight of the Bureaucracy