Executive Branch

The Executive Branch is the part of the government that enforces the laws of the nation.

The head of this branch is the president. The current president is Barack Obama. To be president, a person must be at least 35 years old, a natural born citizen, and a U.S. residence for 14 years.

Roles of the President:

• Chief of State: Figure head for U.S events
  
• Chief Executive: Runs the Executive Branch
• Commander in Chief: Runs the Military
• Chief Diplomat: Keeps relations with other countries
  
• Chief Legislator: Decides what becomes law, president can veto bills
  
• Chief of Party: Gains support and money for a party
• Chief Citizen: Represents the American citizen

The Executive Branch is also made up of the president's cabinet members, which serve for a certain department. This is called executive organization.

Executive Organization:

• Department of State: Conducts relations with other countries
• Department of Treasury: Manages federal finances
  
• Department of Defense: Maintains the U.S armed forces
• Department of Justice: Enforces federal law
• Department of Interior: Manages the nation's resources
• Department of Agriculture: Oversees farming, agriculture, and food
• Department of Commerce: Oversees trade and business
• Department of Labor: Promotes and develops U.S workforce
  
• Department of Health and Human Services: Protects the health of all Americans
• Department of Transportation: Oversees the American transportation services and highways.
• Department of Energy: Promotes America's energy security and ensures America's nuclear security
• Department of Education: Establishes policy for the U.S education field
• Department of Veteran Affairs: Responsible for benefits to U.S. veterans
• Department of Homeland Security: Oversees national security

Vice President

The Vice President presides over the senate and replaces the President if he is assassinated or not able to perform his duties.



 

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