unit 2: executive branch vocab Flashcards
the president’s use of his position and visibility to guide or influence the american republic
bully pulpit
an annual address given by the president to congress in which the president outlines his legislative agenda
state of the union
the authority of congress to conduct hearing, investigations, and budget reviews regarding the actions of the executive branch
congressional oversight
the inability of the government to act because opposing parties control different parts of the government and cannot agree on a course of action
gridlock
authority given to the president that is specifically mentioned in the constitution
formal power
authority given to the president that is not specifically mentioned in the constitution
informal power
a directive that carries the weight of law that is given by the president without the consent of congress
executive order
a pact between the president and the head of a foreign nation. Unlike treaties, they do not require senate consent and may only last for the duration of a president’s term
executive agreement
a formal, public agreement between the united states and one or more nations that most be approved by 2/3s of the senate
treaty
the heads of the 15 executive branch departments that also serve as advisors to the president
cabinet
the president’s ability to keep certain communications private. United States v. Nixon clarified its limitations
executive privelage
this provision of the constitution limits presidential terms to 2, not to exceed 10 years
22nd amendment
this provision of the constitution states the process for presidential succession and disability
25th amendment
the presidential power to deny a bill passed by congress
veto
when a bill fails to become a law, because the president did not sign it within 10 days before congress adjourned
pocket veto