Questions and Answers
What is the role of the Secretary of Agriculture?
In charge of farming, agriculture, food safety, food production policies, etc.
What does the Secretary of Commerce do?
Promotes trade and builds economy; regulates patents and trade marks.
Who is responsible for military policy in the U.S.?
The Secretary of Defense.
What is one of the focuses of the Secretary of Education?
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What does the Secretary of Energy oversee?
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Which government official runs health care programs for the elderly and poor?
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What is the role of the Secretary of Homeland Security?
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What does the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development aim to achieve?
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What are the duties of the Secretary of the Interior?
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What does the Secretary of Labor promote?
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What is the role of the Secretary of State?
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What is the responsibility of the Secretary of Transportation?
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What does the Secretary of Treasury manage?
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What does the Secretary of Veterans Affairs advocate for?
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What is the role of the Attorney General?
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Study Notes
Cabinet Positions Overview
- Secretary of Agriculture: Oversees farming, agriculture policies, food safety, and production.
- Secretary of Commerce: Promotes trade, regulates patents and trademarks, and supports economic growth.
- Secretary of Defense: Heads the Department of Defense and advises the president on military policy.
- Secretary of Education: Focuses on Public education improvement and access for all children.
- Secretary of Energy: Manages energy policy regarding oil, coal, electricity; also oversees nuclear weapons maintenance and research in new technologies.
- Secretary of Health and Human Services: Coordinates healthcare funding for vulnerable populations and ensures food and drug safety.
- Secretary of Homeland Security: Safeguards the nation from external and internal threats, oversees immigration policy and disaster relief services, includes TSA management.
- Secretary of Housing and Urban Development: Aims to provide safe housing and living conditions; manages homeownership programs and homelessness assistance.
- Secretary of the Interior: Protects public lands, national parks, and historic sites; manages natural resources and aids Native Americans on reservations.
- Secretary of Labor: Advocates for workers' rights, oversees unemployment and retirement funding policies.
- Secretary of State: Responsible for managing foreign relations and diplomatic efforts.
- Secretary of Transportation: Manages national transportation infrastructure, including roads and bridges; oversees multiple transportation safety agencies.
- Secretary of Treasury: Responsible for currency minting, tax collection, and providing economic advice to the government.
- Secretary of Veterans Affairs: Advocates for veterans' health, benefits, and support services; ensures recognition of their service through memorials.
- Attorney General: Chief law enforcement officer of the U.S. and head of the Justice Department.
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