Obama Promised Not to Use Signing Statements, but Released One Last Night

communications would be unlawful or would reveal information 

that is properly privileged or otherwise confidential.  

Additionally, section 1034 would require a subordinate to submit 

materials directly to the Congress without change, and thereby 

obstructs the traditional chain of command.  I will implement 

this provision in a manner consistent with my authority as the 

Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces and the head of the 

executive branch. 

 A number of provisions in the bill -- including 

sections 534(b)(6), 674, 675, 735, 737, 1033(b), 1068, and 

1803 -- could intrude upon my constitutional authority to 

recommend such measures to the Congress as I "judge necessary 

and expedient."  My Administration will interpret and implement 

these provisions in a manner that does not interfere with my 

constitutional authority. 

      BARACK OBAMA 

THE WHITE HOUSE, 

    January 2, 2013.