Presidents power as chief executive Flashcards
they execute the ?, judicial ?, and treaties
They execute the laws, judicial ruilings, and treaties
He sets appointments, who needs to approve them?
The appointments need to be approved by the majority of the senate.
For a federal office in a state whos approval does he need for the appointments?
He must rely on senerorial courtesy (senior senator from his party)
What is Patronage?
Presidents reward supporters with positions in making his appointments
Removal
all appointees except judges serve at the pleasure of the president
The president can grant a pardon or a postponent of n execution what does this mean?
The president can a grant a pardon or reprieve in any federal crime except impeachment.