The President and executive branch Flashcards
1
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Define what The President is
A
The head of state and government and commander-in-chief of the armed forces, eleacted every 4 years
2
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Define Veto
A
The president’s constitutional power to reject legislation passed by congress
3
Q
Define Executive Orders
A
Directives issued by the president that have the force of law without requiring congressional approval
4
Q
Define what The Cabinet is
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A group of senator officials, typically heads of executive departments, who advise the president
5
Q
Define Impeachment
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The Process by which Congress can remove the president, vice president, or other federal officials for high crime and misdemeanours