The inspector general's office investigates allegations including «abuse» in executive agencies. (nytimes.com)
The attorney general can not start a public corruption probe unless it is referred by a head of a state executive agency, the governor or the state legislative ethics board. (gothamgazette.com)
Presidential signing statements maintain particular potency with federal executive agencies, since these agencies are often responsible for the administration and enforcement of federal laws. (en.wikipedia.org)