Executive Branch= President and Vice President
(Legislative=House of Representatives and Senate. Judicial=Supurme Court)
The executive branch carries out laws made my the legislative branch. The executive branch consists of the President, the Vice President and 15 Cabinet-level executive departments.
President's Powers:
1. Sign or veto bills enacted by Congress, Congress may override the president with 2/3 vote
2. Power to nominate and sign treaties (must be ratified by 2/3 vote from the senate)
3. Issue executive orders
4. Unlimited power to extend pardons to criminals
Vice President's Role:
1. To be ready to assume the role of President at any time
Sources and More Information:
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structure and role of the executive branch
Theodore Roosevelt was the first president to claim the leadership role for the executive branch. The President heads the executive branch of the government.
The legislative branch selects the head of government - Apex
The executive branch of the government has many roles. For example, the president is the head of the branch and carries out federal laws as well as recommends new ones. The branch also performs ceremonial duties, directs national defense and foreign policy.
the structure and role of the legislative branch
a ruler must consult the executive branch of government
structure and role of the executive branch
Theodore Roosevelt was the first president to claim the leadership role for the executive branch. The President heads the executive branch of the government.
The legislative branch selects the head of government - Apex
The primary function of the executive branch of government is to execute and enforce the laws.
The primary function of the executive branch of government is to execute and enforce the laws.
The federal executive branch is headed by the President of the US.
Chief Administrator
Chief Administrator
Government agencies fall under the Executive Branch of government and have no role in making LAWS themselves. However they can suggest the need for legislation to Congress and request that Congress consider new law to cover the perceived need.
The legislative branch forms committees to oversee the activities of the Executive Branch. These committees are typically found in both the Senate and the House of Representatives and play an important role in conducting hearings, performing investigations, and providing oversight over the executive agencies and departments.
The role of the executive branch is to execute the laws of the nation.