Study Guide Part 5 Flashcards
What is the role of the Secretary of State?
Chief foreign affairs advisor to the President
What is the role of the Secretary of Energy?
Responsible for the nation’s energy policy and nuclear safety
What is the role of the Vice President?
Second-highest executive officer in the U.S. government
What is the role of the Secretary of Homeland Security?
Responsible for protecting the U.S. from various threats
List a few perks that former Presidents have after they leave office.
- Secret service detail
- Pension
- Medical insurance
- Travel benefits
What is the impeachment standard for a president?
A president must commit treason, take bribes, or abuse their power
Name the three presidents who have been impeached.
- Andrew Johnson
- Bill Clinton
- Donald Trump
Describe the 2-part process of impeachment for a President.
1) The House holds formal inquiry
2) The Senate acts as courtroom, requires 2/3rds to convict
How could impeachment be used as a political weapon?
It can remove a president from future government jobs for life
What did the 25th Amendment do?
VP becomes president if the president dies or becomes vacant; new VP nominated by president with approval
What is the Presidential line of succession?
A line of nearly 20 officials who would assume the presidency in case of death or incapacity
What is a civil servant or bureaucrat?
Subject matter experts held to high standards and required to be politically neutral
What is the Iron Triangle?
Working relationship between lobbyists, congressional committees, and bureaucrats
What is the dual court system?
The justice system consisting of federal and state court systems
