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Executive branch (president) - Coggle Diagram
Executive branch (president)
President
Joe Biden (2021)
Requirements for president
Must be 35 years old at least
Must be a US resident for 14 years
Must be a US native citizen
4 year term x 2
Vice president becomes president if the current one dies, resigns, or is removed from office
Special powers of the president
Conducts foreign relations and create treaties
Enforce laws passed by congress
Commander in chief
Veto or cancel bills
Executive orders- commands that have the power of law
pardon- grant freedom from punishment to persons convicted of federal crimes or facing criminal charges
Vice President
executive departments (cabinets)
15 departments
Heads of the departments are called secretaries
Presidents appoints them and the Senate approves these positions
Advise the president
Kamala Harris (2021-present)
Checks on the Judicial Branch
Appoints judges
Checks on the Legislative Branch
May veto bills
May adjourn congress in certain situations