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Executive Branch (President) (President (Special Powers of the President,…
Executive Branch (President)
President
Must be a resident in the U.S. for 14 yrs.
Native born citizen
35 yrs. old
Vice President becomes President when the current one dies, resigns, or is removed from office
2 four year terms
Special Powers of the President
Veto (or cancel) bills
Executive Orders: commands that have the power of law
Pardons- can grant from punishment to persons convicted of federal crimes or facing criminal charges.
Vice President
Executive Departments
15 departments
Heads of departments are called secretaries
The secretaries make up the Presidents Cabinet which advises the President
Senate approves the heads of the departments
Checks on the Legislative Branch
May adjourn Congress in certain situations
May veto bills
Checks on the Judicial Branch
Appoints judges