Chapter 14 Terms Flashcards
activities unknown to the public
Covert operations
written “understanding” with another head of state to carry out a particular action
Executive agreement
The president’s speech used to establish a legislative agenda, rally his party members, reach out to opponents, and influence public opinion
State of the Union
The power of the president to oppose a bill passed by Congress
Veto
If the president leaves a bill unsigned for ten days during a congressional adjournment, that bill is automatically vetoed
Pocket veto
The president’s term of office
Tenure
The amendment that restricted the president to two terms
22nd Amendment
When the president has lost an election or cannot stand for reelection and yet must serve out the remainder of his term
Lame duck
bringing charges against the president or major federal officials
Impeachment
presidential directives having the force of law
Executive orders
The amendment that stated any vice presidential vacancy is to be filled through a nomination by the president and confirmation by a majority vote in both houses of Congress
25th Amendment
made up of White House offices and agencies that help develop and implement the president’s programs and policies
Executive Office of the President
include the president’s press secretary, counsel or legal advisor, and physician
The White House Office
Two agencies within the Executive Office that serve the president in management, intelligence, and economic matters
National Security Council (NSC) and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
developed to assist the president in his constitutional duties and to meet the demands of America’s growth
Cabinet
