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Article II of the Constitution
Established the executive branch of the federal government
Presidential checks on Congress
The President can veto legislation, call special sessions of Congress, and recommend legislation.
State of the Union Address
An annual speech by the President to Congress, outlining the administration’s agenda and the state of the nation
Presidential checks on supreme court
The President nominates federal judges and justices, including to the Supreme Court, with Senate approval.
Executive Power
The authority to enforce laws and manage the public policy of a nation, typically held by the President in the U.S
What are the written qualifications to become President?
candidate must be at least 35 years old, a natural-born U.S. citizen, and have lived in the U.S. for at least 14 years.
What are the unwritten qualifications to become President?(4 but name 2)
Unblemished Record
Served in another elected officials position(governor)
Law Degree
Ample Military Experience
What is the Presidential term length?
4 years per term.
What does the 22nd Amendment say about Presidential term limits?
It limits the President to two elected terms (8 years total).
What is the Order of Presidential Succession?
The order is: Vice President, Speaker of the House, President pro tempore of the Senate, followed by Cabinet members in order of department creation.
What is the Vice Presidential appointment procedure (25th Amendment)?
If the Vice Presidency is vacant, the President nominates a replacement, who must be confirmed by a majority of both houses of Congress
What does it mean for the President to be Chief of State?
The President symbolizes the government and unity of the nation( Example: wreath on tomb of unknown soldier)
What does it mean for the President to be Chief Executive?
The President enforces federal laws, administers the executive branch, and appoints federal officials.
What does it mean for the President to be Chief Diplomat?
The President manages international relations, negotiates treaties, and meets with foreign leaders.
What does it mean for the President to be Commander-in-Chief?
The President commands the U.S. military forces.
What does it mean for the President to be Chief Legislator?
The President influences lawmaking, can propose legislation, and has the power to veto bills.
What does it mean for the President to be Chief of Party?
The President is the leader of their political party and supports party candidates and policies.
What does it mean for the President to be Chief Citizen?
The President represents all Americans and should act in the public interest
What is the difference between amnesty and a pardon?
A pardon forgives a person for a crime; amnesty forgives a group of people, usually for political offenses.
What is the difference between an executive agreement and a treaty?
treaty requires Senate approval and is legally binding; an executive agreement does not require Senate approval and is often less formal.
What is a bureaucracy?
An organization of government agencies and departments that carry out the day-to-day administration and implementation of laws.
What are the functions of bureaucracies
Implementation of laws, regulation enforcement, administration of government programs, and public service delivery
What are regulations in a bureaucracy?
Rules made by executive agencies to enforce laws passed by Congress.
What are some examples of state bureaucracies?
Departments of Motor Vehicles, public health departments, and state education departments.
