Most presidents have found that the executive branch bureaucracy
A) does not respond to presidential directives as much as hoped.
B) never responds immediately to presidential directives during crisis situations.
C) is highly responsive to their directives.
D) is well insulated from interest groups.
E) is responsive to new appointees, but not budget cuts.

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The executive branch bureaucracy is known for its size and complexity, making it difficult for a president to fully control or direct its actions. As a result, most presidents have found that the bureaucracy does not respond as quickly or completely to presidential directives as they would like.

Most Presidents Have Found That the Executive Branch Bureaucracy