I remember a couple years ago feeling like we were moving toward a feudal system due to some acts or inaction of Congress though I am not sure what

In some ways yes.

For instance, I'd limit presidential pardons. I'd exclude anyone from the presidents own administration, or the pardoning of a former president who was impeached or who resigned.

I'd limit the "commander in chief" to actual declared wars, and outside of that thepresident woudl need congressional approval for "police actions."

In other words, I think the president should be held more accountable for any actions taken.

We need a strong president, but we need real checks and balances and the rule of law to ensure that all presidents act in a moral and legal manner which is in the best interests of our people, nation, and democracy. Those must keep lying, sociopathic buffoons like Trump in check.