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Executive Branch (president) - Coggle Diagram
Executive Branch (president)
President
Joe Biden (2021-present)
2 term limit of 4 years (8 years total)
Special Powers
Pardons- can grant freedom from punishment to a person convicted of federal crimes or facing criminal charges
Executive Orders- command that have the power of law
Requirements
Must be Native born
Must be a resident for 14 years in the US
Must be older then 35 years old,
Vice President
Executive Departments
15 Departments
Heads of the departments are called secretaries
The Secretaries make up the president's cabinet which advises the president
Checks on the Legislative branch
Can veto legislation
Can adjourn Congress in certain situations
Checks on the Judicial Branch
Can appoint judges