The Presidency

These flashcards cover key concepts and terminology related to the presidency as discussed in the lecture notes.

Article II of the Constitution

Establishes the presidency and vests executive power in the President of the United States.

Expressed Powers

Specific powers granted to the president by the Constitution in Article II, including military, judicial, diplomatic, executive, and legislative powers.

Judicial Power

The president's authority to grant pardons, reprieves, and amnesty.

Diplomatic Power

The authority of the president to represent the U.S. in dealings with other nations, make treaties, and forge executive agreements.

Executive Privilege

The claim that confidential communications between a president and close advisers should not be revealed without the consent of the president.

Legislative Power

The role of the president in the legislative process, including agenda setting, budget submission, and the ability to veto legislation.

Inherent Powers

Powers not explicitly stated in the Constitution but inferred from it, often asserted during wartime or emergencies.

Implied Powers

Powers necessary for presidents to exercise their expressed powers, based on the vesting clause.

Delegated Powers

Powers assigned to one agency but exercised by another with permission; Congress delegates legislative authority to the president.

Going Public

The strategy of presidents to mobilize public support and communicate directly with citizens.

Executive Orders

Rules or regulations issued by the president that have the effect and formal status of legislation.

Signing Statements

Announcements made by the president when signing bills into law, often interpreting the law.

Checks and Balances

System designed to prevent the abuse of executive power by allowing Congress to impose limits, including impeachment, rejection of appointments, and overriding vetoes.

Pocket Veto

An automatic veto triggered if the president does not sign legislation within 10 days while Congress is adjourned.

National Emergencies Act

Legislation allowing a president to declare a national emergency, subject to yearly renewal.