Basics
What is the term limit for presidents?
2 terms
President is the head of the U.S. military, another name for that would be?
Commander-in-Chief
President's power to stop a law is called
Veto Power
Who does the President have to get permission from to declare war?
The Legislative Branch (Congress)
The FDA, FAA, & FEMA are all examples of what?
Regulatory Agencies
Promotes public health by regulating the production of foods and medicines
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The group of people who officially elect the president.
The Electoral College
Which role is the ceremonial head of the government?
Chief of state
The President's power to forgive someone for a federal crime.
pardon
Judicial review: To determine if executive actions are constitutional or not.
If the Vice President cannot become president who is next in line?
What is Speaker of the House
Protects the environment and safety of citizens
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
The purpose of the Executive Branch is
What is enforce or execute the laws
This is a role of the President to welcome & entertain foreign ambassadors & leaders
Chief Diplomat
Presidential directives, rules, or regulations that have the effect of the law when signed.
Executive Orders.
What is the process of charging/accusing a president of treason, bribery, or other high crimes and misdemeanors?
Impeachment
Primary Election
Protects public health by ensuring the safety of meat, poultry, and egg products
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
A primary where only registered members of a party may vote in a party's primary election.
Closed Primary
This is a role of the President to steer Congress to create legislation?
What is Chief Legislator
This power allows the president to nominate cabinet members, judges, or other high ranking officials
Appointment power
What branch can override a presidential veto?
The Legislative Branch (Congress)
This is a formal agreement between nations regarding an issue.
Treaty
Regulates communications in and outside the U.S.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
What are the requirements to run for president?
Over 35 years old
Citizen of US BY BIRTH
Resident of the US for 14 years
What role of the President represents that person being an ideal citizen?
What is Chief Citizen
When the President is entitled to privacy in his conversations related to his role in office.
Executive Privilege
Who must approve a Presidential appointments?
The Senate.
A pact between the President and head of a foreign nation or their subordinate.
executive agreement
Protects citizens from serious injury or death from consumer products
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)