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Twenty-Secound Amendment

Maximum of two terms in office

twnety-fifth amendment

the VP becomes prez and outlines how new VPs are chosen, succession

impeachment

the process by which a sitting president or other federal officials can be charged with misconduct and potentially removed from office.

watergate

a political scandal involving the Nixon administration, leading to his resignation.

Exectutive orders

directives issued by the president to manage the operations of the federal government.

cabinet

a group of presidential advisors consisting of the heads of the executive departments.

National Security Council

a group of senior government officials that advises the president on national security and foreign policy.

Council of Economic Affairs

a body that advises the president on economic policy and issues affecting the economy.

Office of Management and Budget

a government office that assists the president in preparing the federal budget and overseeing its implementation.

White House Staff

a group of individuals who assist the president in various roles, including policy advising, communication, and administration.

Veto

the power of the president to reject a bill passed by Congress, preventing it from becoming law.

Pocket Veto

a special type of veto that occurs when the president does not sign a bill into law within ten days while Congress is adjourned, effectively preventing it from becoming law.

Presidential Coattails

the phenomenon where a popular president helps candidates from their party win elections, particularly in Congress.

War Powers Resolution

a law enacted in 1973 that limits the president's ability to engage U.S. forces in armed conflict without congressional approval.

Legislative Veto

a provision that allows Congress to nullify an executive action by a vote, though its constitutionality has been challenged.

Bully Pulpit

a platform that allows the president to advocate for their agenda and influence public opinion.

Executive Agreement

an international agreement made by the president without Senate approval, typically used for routine matters.

Signing Statement

a written declaration made by the president when signing a bill into law, often outlining their interpretation or concerns regarding the legislation.

Executive Privilege

the president's right to withhold information from Congress or the courts, based on the need to protect sensitive executive branch communications.

Presidential Approval Polls

surveys measuring public support for the president's performance and policies.