Rise of the Administrative State:

The administrative state, also known as the bureaucracy, is a complex and powerful system of government agencies and departments tasked with implementing laws, and policies. In the United States, the administrative state has grown dramatically since the 1930's, when the New Deal programs expanded the role of the government in the economy and social welfare.

The administrative state can be defined as a system of unelected officials that are responsible for implementing laws and regulations. It is often characterized by its size, complexity, and independence from elected officials. The administrative state is composed of various agencies and departments, such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Department of Health and Human Services(DHHS), and the Federal Reserve.

One of the key features of the administrative state is its ability to make rules and regulations that have the force of law, even though they are not passed by Congress. This is accomplished through the process known as rulemaking, which allows agencies to interpret and apply the laws passed by Congress in a way that is consistent with the agencies mission and expertise.

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Forbidden Civics by Jahlael Bey