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The executive Branch(President) - Coggle Diagram
The executive Branch(President)
President
Requirements
Must be 35 years old, has to be a native born citizen, must be a resident in US for 14 year.
2 term limit of 4 years (8 total years)
Joe Biden(2021-present)
Special Powers
Executive orders-commands that have the power of law
Pardons-can grant freedom punishment to persons convicted of federal crimes or facing crimes charges.
Vice president
Kamala Harris(2021-present)
Executive Departments
15 Departments
Heads of Departments are called secretaries
The secretaries make up the presidents cabinet which advises the president
Checks on the legislative branch
can veto legislation
Can adjourn congress in certain situations
Can check on Judicial branch
can appoint judges