The President Flashcards
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Term of Office
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4 years
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Requirements
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At least 35 years old
Natural born resident of the U.S.
Must be a resident for 14 years
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Executive Powers
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Enforces the constitution
Appoints government officials
Commander in chief of the armed forces
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Foreign Afffairs
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Determines foreign policies and conducts foreign affairs
Negotiates treaties
Orders armed forces to intervene in conflicts abroad
Limited power to declare war
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Legislative Powers
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Can request Confress pass specific legislation Can call congress into session Veto legislation Influence votes of his party in congress State of union address
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Judicial Powers
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Grants pardons involving federal crimes
Appoints federal judges
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Succession to the Presidency
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President Vice President Speaker of the House President Pro Tempore Cabinet Members -secretary of state -etc
