president definitions Flashcards
constitution
allows pres to command the military, make treaties, approve or veto acts of congress
tribunals
trials
stewardship theory
every president is a protector of the American people and their interests; a pres has to do everything possible to advance the american people
presidents oath of office
promise to carry out Federal Law
executive orders
directives, rules, or regulations that have the effect of law
ordinance powers
the power to issue executive orders
appointment power
presidents ability to appoint ambassadors, Federal Judges ( especially US Supreme Court), head of agencies, and Cabinet members
recess appointments
presidents ability to make an appointment to an office if congress is in recess
removal power
presidents ability to remove anyone he appoints except federal judges