What power does the governor of Missouri have that the president does not?

The governor of Missouri possesses the unique ability to veto state legislation and execute a line item veto specifically for appropriations. This means the governor can reject entire bills passed by the state legislature or selectively disapprove particular sections of appropriations bills while allowing the remainder to become law. This authority allows the governor to exercise significant control over state budgetary matters and legislative actions, reflecting the governor's role as the head of the state executive branch.

In contrast, while the president of the United States has veto power over federal legislation, the processes and implications surrounding this power differ significantly. The president cannot exercise a line item veto in the same manner as the governor; the line item veto was deemed unconstitutional for federal legislation.

The other options reflect powers that either overlap with federal responsibilities or are not granted to state governors. For instance, the power to appoint federal judges lies exclusively with the president, while the declaration of war is a power reserved for Congress. The ability to grant pardons exists at both the state and federal levels, but each operates within its own jurisdiction and context. Thus, the governor's authority to veto state bills and execute a line item veto is a distinct function within the state's executive responsibilities that is not paralleled at the federal level.