Concept Application Presidential Powers

Concept Application
"This morning [Homeland Security] Secretary Janet Napolitano announced new actions my administration will take to mend our Nation's immigration policy to make it more fair, more efficient, and more just, specifically for [young people. These] young people ...study in our schools, they play in our neighborhoods, they're friends with our kids, they pledge allegiance to our flag. They are Americans in their heart, in their minds, in every single way but one: on paper. They were brought to this country by their parents... and often have no idea that they're undocumented... Over the next few months, eligible individuals who do not present a risk to national security or public safety will be able to request temporary relief from deportation proceedings and apply for work authorization."
                                                                                       -President Barack Obama, June 15, 2012

Describe the presidential power exhibited in the announced policy.

In the context of the scenario, explain how the use of power described in part A can be affected by interactions between the president and the other branches.

In the context of the scenario, explain how the interaction between the president and the other branches can be affected by the media.