Executive Branch un

What did the founding fathers fear regarding the presidency?

They feared that the President of the United States would become a tyrant.

What is the primary purpose of the executive branch?

To administer laws and provide leadership for the nation.

What are the main responsibilities of the President?

Enforcing the law, dealing with foreign policy, and leading the military.

How can Presidents increase their power?

By issuing executive orders.

What are inherent powers of the president?

Powers that include enforcing laws and issuing executive orders.

When do Presidents typically use their inherent powers?

During times of crisis, such as wars.

What is executive privilege?

The right of the President to refuse to testify before Congress or a court.

What is a mandate?

An authorization to act given to a representative.

How can public opinion affect the President's mandate?

The President's mandate may change based on public opinion.

What are checks and balances?

The power that the judicial and legislative branches have over the executive branch.

What can the judicial branch do regarding executive orders?

Rule an executive order unconstitutional.

What can the legislative branch do to check the President?

Override vetoes and impeach the President.

What is impeachment?

The process of accusing a public official of misconduct.

What roles does the President serve?

Head of state, head of government, chief executive, economic planner, and commander-in-chief.

As chief executive, what does the President do?

Implements and enforces laws.

What is the President's role as economic planner?

Creates a national annual budget with economic advisers and business leaders.

What are executive orders?

Presidential directives that have the force of law without congressional approval.

How are executive orders limited?

By the Constitution.

What is impounding funds?

The refusal to spend an amount of money dedicated to a program.

What legislation has Congress passed regarding impounding funds?

Legislation to prevent large-scale impounding.

What is a reprieve?

A postponement of legal punishment.

What does a pardon do?

Releases a person from legal punishment.

What is amnesty?

Releases a group from legal punishment.

What military power does the President have as commander-in-chief?

The ability to send troops into action.

What does the War Powers Resolution require?

The President must get Congress's approval within 60 days of sending troops into action.

What are shadow wars?

Wars fought in secret by special operation troops against terrorist and cartel groups.

Who has the power to declare war?

Only Congress.

What are the age and citizenship requirements to be President?

Must be at least 35 years old and a U.S. citizen.

How is the President elected?

By the Electoral College.

What kinds of powers does the President hold?

Military, judicial, legislative, executive, and foreign policy powers.

What is the difference between treaties and executive agreements?

Treaties require Senate approval; executive agreements do not.

What can the President do regarding appointments?

Appoint executive ministers and cabinet members.

What does executive privilege allow the President to do?

Keep certain information secret.

What does the USA PATRIOT Act allow the President to do?

Gather information about suspected terrorists.

What was ruled in Hawaii v. Rumsfeld?

The President cannot indefinitely detain foreigners or citizens without allowing them to defend themselves.

Who manages foreign policy legislation?

Congress.

What advantages does the President have in foreign policy?

Access to information and the ability to take decisive action.

How can the President influence Congress?

Through the State of the Union address, drafting legislation, negotiating with members, political favors, and supporting re-election campaigns.

What is a veto?

The refusal to sign a bill from Congress.

How long does the President have to sign or veto a bill?

10 days.

What is a pocket veto?

When Congress is away and the President does not sign a bill within 10 days.

What role does the President serve as chief economic planner?

Acts as the chief economic planner.

What does the Banking Act allow the President to do?

Appoint the seven members who direct the Federal Reserve System.

What did the Employment Act create?

A Council of Economic Advisers.

What is political patronage?

The practice of giving government positions to supporters rather than qualified individuals.

What role does the President play as party leader?

Sets the party's agenda, supports candidates, and represents party values.

Who approves the national budget?

Congress.