The Executive Branch

Article II of the US Constitution establishes the executive branch led by the President of the United States. The executive branch comprises the Vice President, cabinet, and other executive departments. Its job is to oversee and maintain government functions while carrying out laws passed by Congress.

Executive Orders: How Presidents Use Their Power to Get Things Done

 "The executive Power shall be vested in a President of the United States of America." Article II, Section ...
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The Creation and History of Presidents’ Day

Presidents’ Day, observed on the third Monday of February, is a federal holiday in the United States that ...
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U.S. Presidential Inauguration Trivia: Fascinating Facts from History

The U.S. presidential inauguration is more than just a ceremony—it’s a testament to the peaceful transfer of power ...
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Executive Branch Overview

Article II of the US Constitution establishes the executive branch led by the president of the United States. ...
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President’s Cabinet 

The president's cabinet is a group of high-level officials appointed by the president of the United States to ...
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Executive Departments in the Federal Government

These department heads, along with the white house chief of staff and other top advisors, form the president's ...
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