Executive Branch
The branch of government that includes the president, Vice President, Cabinet, and Federal Bureaucracy.
Vice President
The second in line to the presidency and part of the Executive Branch.
Cabinet
A group of advisors to the president, responsible for overseeing various government departments.
Federal Bureaucracy
Agencies and departments that carry out government policies on a daily basis.
Qualifications to become President
Must be at least 35 years old, a natural-born citizen, and have lived in the U.S. for at least 14 years.
22nd Amendment
An amendment that limits the president to two terms in office to prevent tyranny.
Term length for president
The president serves a term of 4 years.
Chief Executive
The role of the president as the head of the Executive Branch.
Chief of State
The symbolic leader of the government, representing the nation.
Chief Legislator
The role of the president in proposing and vetoing laws.
Commander-in-Chief
The president's role as the head of the Armed Forces.
Chief Diplomat
The president's role in shaping foreign policy.
Chief of Party
The president's role as the leader of the political party in power.
Chief Citizen
The president's role as a representative of all citizens.