Which statement describes how executive orders can lead to conflict with the legislative branch? An executive order adds responsibilities to the Cabinet. An executive order creates procedures for advisors. An executive order contradicts a bill Congress is debating. An executive order reorganizes the Department of Defense.

The correct answer is C)  An executive order contradicts a bill Congress is debating.

The statement that describes how executive orders can lead to conflict with the legislative branch is "An executive order contradicts a bill Congress is debating."

As part of the system of checks and balances instituted by the founding fathers in the Constitution of the United States, neither branch has more power than the other. However, the leadership and presence of the President of the US, makes him the most important figure of the federal government.

The President is the leader of the nation, the chief diplomat, and the commander-in-chief of the armed forces. He also has the power to veto laws and return them to the US Congress, creates executive orders to change things in the government. And this power has created conflict with the legislative branch in the past.

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