Constitution Test - ARTICLE II: The Executive Branch

Executive Power

Held by the President for a 4-year term

Electoral College

Electors = Senators + Representatives; elect the President

Electoral Tie

Decided by the House of Representatives (1 vote per state)

Presidential Requirements

35 years old, natural-born citizen, 14-year resident

Presidential Oath

Swears to “preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution

Commander-in-Chief

President leads the U.S. military

Cabinet Role

Advises the President on various matters

Pardon Power

Can grant pardons except in impeachment cases

Treaty Power

President makes treaties with Senate approval

Appointment Power

Appoints judges and officials with Senate consent

Interim Appointments

Can fill vacancies when Senate isn’t in session

State of the Union

President reports to Congress on national status

Congress Sessions

Can call or adjourn Congress if needed

Diplomatic Duties

Receives ambassadors and foreign officials

Faithful Execution

Must enforce all U.S. laws

Commissioning Officers

Appoints all military officers officially

Impeachment Grounds

Treason, bribery, or high crimes and misdemeanors

Amendments Associated 

12, 20, 22, 25

12th Amendment

President and Vice President elected together

20th Amendment

Inauguration moved to January 20

22nd Amendment

Two-term limit for the President

25th Amendment

Establishes presidential succession and removal process