Roles of the president
What is the president's primary duty
To enforce laws
How long is a president's term of office?
4 years.
What fraction of senators must approve a treaty
Two-thirds.
What is a veto?
The president's rejection of a bill.
What is an executive agreement?
A non-binding understanding between the president and foreign leaders.
Who oversees executive agencies?
The Chief Executive.
What amendment limits the president to two terms?
22nd Amendment.
How many presidents have been impeached
Three (Andrew Johnson, Bill Clinton, and Donald Trump).
What is a pocket veto?
If Congress adjourns and the president does not sign a bill within 10 days, it’s vetoed.
What is required for a treaty to be ratified?
A two-thirds vote from the Senate.
What role allows the president to meet with world leaders?
Chief of State.
What is the lame duck period?
A time when a president is less effective towards the end of their final term.
What is required for conviction in an impeachment trial?
A two-thirds vote in the Senate.
What is a line-item veto?
Allows specific budget items to be removed, though it’s no longer used.
What distinguishes a treaty from an executive agreement?
Treaties require Senate approval; executive agreements do not.
What is the role of the commander in chief?
Directs the military and makes strategic decisions.
What happens if the vice president's position is vacant
The president can nominate a replacement as per the 25th Amendment.
Who presides over an impeachment trial in the Senate?
The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.
How does the president use veto power?
By rejecting legislation passed by Congress.
Name a key difference between treaties and executive agreements.
Treaties are legally binding and require Senate approval, while executive agreements are not.
What are the responsibilities of the chief of state
Symbolic figurehead, participates in ceremonies, and meets with other leaders
Describe the significance of the 25th Amendment.
Addresses vice-presidential succession and filling a vacancy.
Name the three presidents who have been impeached.
Andrew Johnson, Bill Clinton, and Donald Trump.
How does the pocket veto work?
The bill is not signed within 10 days while Congress is adjourned, thus it does not become law.
What is the process for ratifying a treaty?
The treaty must be negotiated by the president and approved by a two-thirds vote in the Senate.