Executive Branch

Executive Branch

1. President

   • President is the head of state and government of the US.
     • President appoints heads of independent federal commissions.
       • President can sign legislation into law or veto a bill.
         • Required to give information to congress on the State of the Union from time to time.

2. Vice President

   • Duty is to take over role as Vice President if President cannot perform his duties.
     • Serves as the President of the United States Senate and casts a vote if a tie happens.

3. Executive Office

   • Assists the President
     • Communicate President's Message to the people.
       • Individual offices created for the President's needs.
         • The Press Secretary provides info on the President's daily activities to the media.

4. Cabinet

   • Advisory body made up of heads of 15 executive departments.
     • Heads appointed by the President and confirmed by Senate.
       • Run major federal agencies.
         • Has an important role in the line of succession.