Presidential powers
If the President can't serve, who takes over until a new election?
The Vice President.
The Electors receive two votes, one vote mustn't be given to someone from ________.
the electors home state.
What is impeachment?
How many terms can a president serve?
The President can serve two terms
When a bill is passed through the legislature, the President has the power to _____ or reject the law and send it back for revision.
veto
If the voting ends in a tie, who decides who becomes the president?
The House of Representatives.
Does impeachment mean removal from office?
No, being impeached does not remove someone from their office position.
How long is a president's term?
The president has the power to grant ____ for offences against the United States except in cases of impeachment.
pardons
How does someone get picked as an elector.
The state legislatures decide how to choose their states' electors.
What crime(s) must the president do to qualify for impeachment?
Treason, Bribery, and high crimes or misdemeanors.
How old does someone have to be to be the President of the United States?
To be president, you must be at least 35 years of age.
With the consent of the senate, the President can appoint ___________ (of the judicial branch.)
Supreme court justices.
What number of votes does the president need to get from the electoral college to become president?
270
Which presidents have been impeached?
Andrew Johnson, Bill Clinton, Donald Trump
How long does someone have to consecutively live in America for to be able to be the President?
At least 14 consecutive years.
In terms of military, the president would be known as the _____________ of the army and navy.
Commander in Chief
How many electors can a state appoint?
A number equal to the number of Senators and Representatives of that state.
What are the roles of the Senate and House when impeaching the president?
The House has the power to try to impeach, and the Senate has the power to try to convict.
To appoint ambassadors, federal judges, and Executive department officers, the President needs the consent of ________.
The Senate.