Executive Branch Powers & Structure
This presidential power allows the president to grant forgiveness for federal crimes.
Presidential pardons
This constitutional role makes the president the highest-ranking military authority.
Unlike the U.S. president, the Virginia governor is prohibited from doing this consecutively
serving consecutive terms
This department is responsible for national defense and the armed forces.
Department of Defense
this famous war time executive order was used during the Civil War to cripple the southern economy
Emancipation Proclamation
These advisers lead executive departments and are appointed by the president.
Cabinet Members
In this role, the president represents the United States to foreign nations.
Chief Diplomat
This state official serves as Virginia’s chief legal officer.
the Attorney General
This department oversees federal law enforcement and legal matters.
Department of Justice
This branch of government can declare an executive order unconstitutional.
The Judicial Branch
This group provides legal advice to the president and executive departments.
Attorney General / Department of Justice
In this role, the president enforces federal laws passed by Congress.
Chief Executive
This branch of Virginia government can override a governor’s veto
the Virginia General Assembly
This agency protects workers by enforcing safety standards in the workplace
What is OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
Executive Order 9981, issued by this president, desegregated the U.S. armed forces.
Harry Truman
This constitutional amendment clarified presidential succession and disability.
25th Amendment?
This role involves proposing legislation and shaping public policy
Chief Legislator
This document establishes the powers of Virginia’s executive branch.
Virginia Constitution
This agency ensures that food, drugs, and medical devices are safe for public use.
What is the FDA (Food and Drug Administration)
This legislative action can limit or overturn an executive order
passing a law
This office coordinates the activities of federal agencies and oversees the federal budget.
What is the Office of Management and Budge
This presidential role includes appointing judges, ambassadors, and Cabinet members.
Chief of State
This executive responsibility includes directing state agencies and departments.
chief administrator
This agency investigates federal crimes and protects the United States from domestic threats.
What is the FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation)
This president issued Executive Order 9066, leading to the internment of Japanese Americans during WWII.
Franklin D. Roosevelt