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Presidential Vetoes and Overrides
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What is the purpose of a presidential veto?
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To reject a bill passed by Congress
💡 Explanation:
A presidential veto is the power of the President of the United States to reject a bill passed by Congress. The President can veto a bill for any reason, and Congress can override the veto with a two-thirds vote in both the House of Representatives and the Senate.