A slate of five NBA games are set to be played throughout Christmas. Teams like LeBron James' Cleveland Cavaliers and Tim Duncan's San Antonio Spurs will suit up, but one of the more intriguing matchups is between the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Clippers.
Treaties, which require approval by the U.S. Senate, used to be more common, but now are a relatively rare occurrence. Presidents of both parties have instead opted to enter into so-called executive agreements, which for the most part donât require congressional authorization. Treaties are binding.
Executive Agreements Entered into on Presidential Power. Many agreements have been entered into on sheer presidential power as well. After the beginning of World War II, but prior to America joining in the war, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed an executive agreement with the United Kingdom.