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Executive Branch-(President) - Coggle Diagram
Executive Branch-(President)
president
At least 35 yrs old
4 yr term and the get 2 terms
Has to be a native born citizen
Must be a resident in the U.S. for 14 years
The vice president would take over if the president dies, removes from offices or resigns
Special powers of president
Pardons- can grant freedom from punishment to a person convicted of federal criminal charge
commander and chief
Veto or cancel bills
Executive orders- command that has the power of law.
Conduct foreign relations and creates treaties
Enforces laws passed by congress.
Checks on the legislative Branch
May adjourn congress in certain situations
May veto a bill
Checks on Judicial Branch
appoints judges
Executive Departments
Senate approves the heads of the departments
15 departments
The Secretary make up the President's Cabinet which advises the President
Vice President- Kamala Harris (2021-present)