What does the cryptic crossword clue "President's sole veto altered by Republican (9)" mean?

The definition is "President". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of SOLEVETO ("sole veto") + R (abbreviation of "Republican") [anagram: "altered"] = ROOSEVELT; definition: "President's" The answer is ROOSEVELT.

President's sole veto altered by Republican (9)

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