Section 4
A. Limitations on Power
A.1. Severed from Congress
Recognizing that the Legislature is the direct voice of the People, any action by the Executive to convene, suspend, or adjourn Congress or any of its sessions undermines the Sovereignty of the Citizens and weakens self-government. Therefore, the President is expressly forbidden from convening, suspending, or adjourning Congress or any portion thereof.
A.2. Non-Plenary Executive
Neither Congress nor any court shall construe the powers of the Executive Branch to extend beyond the explicit authorities granted by this Charter. The President must faithfully execute the duties imposed by this Charter and the laws enacted in accordance with it.
There must be no understanding any provision of this entire Charter that would grant any official in the Executive Branch plenary powers.
A.3. Failure of Duty
Suppose the President refuses to carry out a duty or exceeds their authority. In that case, any ten sitting members of Congress, regardless of chamber, may submit a formal complaint to the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, who must review the complaint within ten (10) days. If the Chief Justice finds clear and convincing evidence that the President has exceeded or abandoned their lawful role, they shall transmit a certification of that fact to the Speaker of the House. The Speaker shall introduce Articles of Impeachment immediately upon receipt.
This referral does not presume guilt but constitutes a constitutional obligation to investigate and, if warranted, prosecute the matter.
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