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Executive Branch (President) - Coggle Diagram
Executive Branch (President)
Appoints Judges
Executive Departments
15 Departments
Senate approves the heads of the department
The secretaries make up the Presidents Cabinet which advises the President
Heads of Departments are called secretaries
Checks on the Legislative Branch
May adjourn Congress in certain situations
May veto bills
Checks on the Judicial Branch
Special Powers of the President
Executive Orders- comments that have the power of law
Veto or cancel bills
Pardons- can grant freedom from punishment to person convicted to federal crimes or facing criminal charges.
Commander in Chief
Conducts foreign relations and creates treaties.
Enforces law passed by Congress
President
At least 35 years old
2 term limit every 4 years
Has to be a native born citizen
Must be a resident of the U.S. for 14 years
Vice President becomes President if the current one dies, or resigns, or is removed from office
Vice President