Executive Branch Review PDF

Executive Branch Review This presentation will review key components of the Executive Branch, focusing on the president's role and powers. by James Mrozek Qualifications to be President 1 Natural Born Citizen 2 At Least 35 Years Old Must be born a U S citizen.. , Ens...

Executive Branch Review This presentation will review key components of the Executive Branch, focusing on the president's role and powers. by James Mrozek Qualifications to be President 1 Natural Born Citizen 2 At Least 35 Years Old Must be born a U S citizen.. , Ensures a degree of life not naturalized. experience and maturity. 3 Resident of the U.S. for 14 Years Demonstrates commitment and understanding of the country. The Electoral College and Presidential Elections The Electoral College system elects the president, where citizens vote for electors representing their state. Each state's electors are based on its population, and the candidate with the most electoral votes wins (currently 270 out of 538). This system balances direct popular vote with representation for smaller states. 22nd Amendment and Its Significance Historical Context 1951 Passed after President Franklin D. Roosevelt served four The 22nd Amendment was ratified. terms. 1 2 3 Two-Term Limit Limits the president to two four-year terms. 3 Unofficial Presidential Roles Head of State Head of Party "Leader of the Free World" Represents the nation in ceremonial and Leads their political party, influencing Influences global affairs and promotes symbolic roles. policy and strategy. democratic values. Attending state dinners Fundraising for campaigns International summits Receiving foreign dignitaries Appointing party officials Supporting democratic movements 3 Official Presidential Roles Chief Executive Enforces laws, manages government agencies. 1 Example: Issuing executive orders to implement laws passed by Congress, appointing cabinet members to lead executive departments. Chief Diplomat Negotiates treaties, appoints ambassadors. 2 Example: Negotiating international trade agreements with other countries, appointing ambassadors to represent the U.S. in foreign nations. Commander-in-Chief 3 Leads the armed forces, deploys troops. Example: Authorizing military actions, deploying troops to conflict zones, issuing orders to the military. War Powers Act of 1973 Purpose Limits the president's power to wage war without Congressional approval. Key Provisions Requires the president to notify Congress within 48 hours of deploying troops. Significance Balances the president's executive power with Congressional oversight. The War Powers Act was enacted in response to the Vietnam War, which highlighted concerns about unchecked presidential power in military matters. Congress sought to reassert its role in declaring war and limiting the president's ability to commit U.S. troops to combat without congressional authorization. Expressed Powers of the President Veto Power Appointment Power Treaty Power Reject legislation passed by Nominate judges ambassadors and , , Negotiate and ratify treaties with Congress. cabinet members Example The. ** :** foreign nations. **Example The president can veto :** president can nominate a candidate **Example The president can :** a bill passed by Congress that would to serve as a Supreme Court justice , negotiate a trade agreement with increase taxes preventing it from , subject to Senate confirmation. another country which must be , becoming law. ratified by the Senate to become legally binding. Implied Powers of the President Executive Orders Directives that have the force of law. For example, President Truman issued Executive Order 9981 in 1948, desegregating the armed forces. National Security Take actions to protect the nation, even if not explicitly authorized by Congress. For example, President Bush authorized the use of military force against al- Qaeda following the September 11 attacks. Executive Agreements International agreements not requiring Senate ratification. For example, in 1979, President Carter signed the Torrijos-Carter Treaties, which transferred control of the Panama Canal to Panama. Vice President's Roles and Responsibilities Presides over the Senate and casts the deciding vote in case of a tie. Example: In 2021, Vice President Harris cast the tie-breaking vote to pass the American Rescue Plan Act. Assumes the presidency if the president dies, resigns, or is removed from office. Example: In 1974, Vice President Gerald Ford became president after President Richard Nixon resigned. Advises the president and serves as a key member of the administration. Example: Vice President Al Gore was instrumental in the Clinton administration's efforts to combat climate change. Represents the United States at international events and performs diplomatic duties. Example: Vice President Dick Cheney played a prominent role in the George W. Bush administration's foreign policy initiatives. Fulfills other tasks assigned by the president. Example: Vice President Mike Pence led the Trump administration's efforts to renegotiate the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The President's Cabinet The cabinet consists of 15 department heads, advising the president on policy and execution. Be able to provide at least ONE cabinet position and what that person is in charge of Quiz Format - There will be a mixture of multiple choice matching fill in the blank The Quiz will be worth 35 points total