Presidential Powers
Who is the commander-in-chief of the U.S. armed forces?
The President
Who succeeds the President if he dies or cannot serve?
The Vice President
What title is given to cabinet members?
Secretary
Can the President declare war on another country?
no
Who succeeds the Vice President as President?
The Speaker of the House
What are the two major political parties?
democratic and republican
Can the President alone make valid treaties with other countries?
no
Who actually elects the President?
The Electoral College
How many senators are there?
100
Who can declare war on another country?
Congress
How long is a President’s term?
4 years
What are the 3 branches of government?
Legislative, Judicial, Executive
The process of bringing formal charges against a government official is called what?
Impeachment
How many terms can a President serve?
2 terms only
What is the President required to give at the start of each session of Congress?
The State of the Union Address