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Executive Branch (President) - Coggle Diagram
Executive Branch (President)
President -Joe Biden
Must be a resident in U.S. for 14 years
Must be a native born citizens
At least 35 years old
4 year term, 2 terms
Vice President becomes president if the current one; dies resigns, or is removed from office.
Special powers of the President
Pardons- can grant freedom from punishment to a person convicted of federal criminal charges
Commander and Chief
Veto (cancel) bills
Executive orders - command that has the power of law.
Conducts foreign relations and creates treaties
Enforces laws passes by congress
Checks on the legislative branch
May adjourn congress in certain situations
May Veto Bills
Check on judicial branch
Appoints judges
Executive Departments
Senate approves the heads of the department
15 Departments
The sectaries make up presidents cabinet which advises the President
Vice President - Kamala Harris (2021-Present)