Congress Abandoned Its Check | Concord News

Concord News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 4, 2026 · 1m

Campaign ads promise lower costs and stronger leadership, but the real battle is over who holds power—and whether Congress still fulfills its constitutional duty. Once a check on presidential ambition, Congress has increasingly ceded authority to the White House, turning into either cheerleaders or critics based on party loyalty. This erosion of checks and balances has paved the way for an “imperial presidency,” echoing James Madison’s warning: unchecked power equals tyranny. With Congress unwilling to rein in executive overreach, voters must demand representatives who prioritize the…