Bureaucracy

Executive Office of the President (EOP)

A group of immediate staff and support personnel that assists the President in managing the federal bureaucracy.

White House Staff

The group of advisers and assistants to the President, including the Chief of Staff, Press Secretary, and Senior Adviser.

National Security Council (NSC)

A body within the EOP that advises the President on national security and foreign policy.

Council of Economic Advisors (CEA)

Part of the EOP that advises the President on economic policy.

Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

An office within the EOP that assists the President in overseeing the federal budget.

Domestic Policy Council

An EOP council that advises the President on domestic policy issues.

Secretary of State

The head of the Department of State, responsible for foreign affairs and diplomacy.

Secretary of Treasury

The head of the Department of Treasury, responsible for financial and monetary matters.

Secretary of Defense

The head of the Department of Defense, responsible for military and national security matters.

Attorney General

The head of the Department of Justice, responsible for legal affairs and law enforcement.

Secretary of the Interior

The head of the Department of the Interior, overseeing natural resources and federal land.

Secretary of Agriculture

The head of the Department of Agriculture, responsible for farming and food policies.

Secretary of Commerce

The head of the Department of Commerce, focused on economic growth and trade.

Secretary of Labor

The head of the Department of Labor, responsible for labor standards and workforce policies.

Secretary of Health and Human Services

The head of the Department of Health and Human Services, overseeing public health and welfare.

Secretary of Housing and Urban Development

The head of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, focused on housing policies.

Secretary of Transportation

The head of the Department of Transportation, responsible for transportation systems and infrastructure.

Secretary of Energy

The head of the Department of Energy, overseeing energy production and conservation.

Secretary of Education

The head of the Department of Education, responsible for education policies and programs.

Secretary of Veterans Affairs

The head of the Department of Veterans Affairs, focused on veteran services and benefits.

Secretary of Homeland Security

The head of the Department of Homeland Security, responsible for national security and emergency management.

Independent Agencies

Agencies that operate independently from the executive departments but still report to the President.

NASA

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, responsible for the nation's civilian space program.

Peace Corps

A service organization that promotes world peace and friendship through volunteerism.

CIA

Central Intelligence Agency, responsible for national security intelligence gathering.

Regulatory Commissions

Agencies that have the power to create rules and regulations within their area of expertise.

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

A regulatory commission overseeing securities markets and protecting investors.

Federal Reserve Board (FED)

The central banking system of the United States, regulating monetary policy.

Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

A regulatory commission that promotes consumer protection and ensures antitrust laws.

Government Corporations

Government-owned entities that provide services typically provided by private businesses.

US Postal Service

An independent government corporation responsible for postal delivery services.

AmTrak

The National Railroad Passenger Corporation, providing intercity rail service in the U.S.

FDIC

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, insuring deposits in banks and thrift institutions.