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Executive Branch (President) - Coggle Diagram
Executive Branch (President)
President
Joe Biden (2021-Present)
Requirements for President
Must be at least 35 years old
Must be a U.S. resident for 14 years
Must be a native-born citizen
4 year terms x2
Vice President becomes President if the current one dies, resigns, or is removed from office
Special Powers of the President
Conducts foreign relations and creates treaties
Enforce laws passed by Congress
Commander in Chief
Can veto or cancel bills
Pardons - Can grant freedom from punishment to persons convicted of federal crimes or facing criminal charges
Executive Orders - Commands that have the power of law
Checks on Judicial Branch
Appoints judges
Vice President
Kamala Harris (2021-Present)
Executive Departments (Cabinet)
15 Departments
Heads of the Departments are called secretaries
Presidents appoints them and Senate approves these positions
Advise the President
Checks on Legislative Branch
May adjourn Congress in certain situations
May veto bills