Executive Branch Test Flashcards
What are the main roles in the American presidency?
1) to enforce and carry out laws.
2) to represent the U.S in relationships and agreements w/ other nations.
3) is commander in chief of the armed forces.
4) can nominate ambassadors, and federal (national) judges.( but the senate must approve them.)
5) can pardon people convicted of federal crimes.
6) gives the State of the Union address to Congress.
7) signs bills from congress into laws (can veto aka reject, but congress can override a veto.( 2/3 vote in both the HoR and the senate))
8) can issue an executive order (help enforce or clarify existing laws.)
Where are the limits of the presidents powers in the constitution?
Article 2
What are the things required to be president?
1) Must be a natural born citizen.
2) Must be at least 35 years old.
How long is the term of the presidency?
4 years.
What is the process of impeachment?
1) HofR discusses whether they believe the president has violated the public trust or broken laws.
2) senate holds a trial and decides whether or not to remove him/her from office.
How many president were impeached and who were they?
Andrew Johnson, Bill Clinton. (Richard Nixon was close to impeachment but he resigned).
What is “impeachment”?
Impeachment is the process followed to remove a seating president from office.
Who takes the place of the president if the president is no longer in office?
According to Article 2 of the constitution, the VP would take the place of the president if the president dies, resigns, or is removed from office
What is the 25th Amendment?
The 25th Amendment deals with issues related to presidential succession and disability.
What happens if the VP dies, resigns, or is removed from office?
The President can choose another VP, but it has to be approved by both Houses of Congress.
What is the President’s Cabinet?
- President’s top advisors.
- 15 members, each in charge of one of the 15 executive departments.
- VP is a member too.
What is the “Executive Office of the President”?
The Executive Office of the President (EOPOTUS or EOP) consists of the immediate staff of the current President of the United States and multiple levels of support staff reporting to the President. The EOP is headed by the White House Chief of Staff.
When was the “Executive Office of the President” established and who did it?
- 1939
* FDR
Why was the “Executive Office of the President” established?
It was established as a result of the government becoming more complex.
Do members of the “Executive Office of the President” need to be approved by the Senate?
No.