The extensive use of Executive Orders

How big a problem is the extensive use of Executive Orders, particularly? Opponents say they are overused and abused, a clear violation of the separation of powers doctrine contained within the Constitution. If Congress refuses to enact a piece of
legislation, it is supposed to die as the result of their exercise of their constitutional
authority. It is not supposed to be de facto enacted by the Executive Order of the President.

Supporters of the president issuing the Executive Order argue that the modern day needs
of the government require a president to take steps when congressional gridlock or
inaction results in a national need or crisis not being addressed.
Although Congress is not without power to address alleged improper Executive Orders by
denying funding or enacting legislation countermanding the E.O. at the end of the day it is
up to the Supreme Court as the arbiter of separation of powers to decide.
Please identify issues in the Discussion Question, discuss them and give support for your
position, and discuss how the issues may interact with each other.