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4th executive branch (president) (president (35 yrs old, native born…
4th executive branch (president)
president
35 yrs old
native born citizen
must be a resident in the US for 14 yrs
vice president becomes president if the current one dies, resigns, or is removed from office
2-4 yr terms
Donald Trump -2016
Special powers
Pardons- can grant freedom from punishment to persons convicted of federal crimes or facing criminal charges
veto (or cancel) bills
Executive Orders- commands that have the power of law
vice president
mike pence-2016
executive departments
15 departments
head of the departments are called Secretaries
secretaries make up the Cabinet and advise the President
Senate approves the heads of the departments
Checks on the Legislative branch
May veto bills
May adjourn Congress in certain situations
Checks on the Judicial Branch
Appoints judges