Launching the Nation – Washington’s Presidency

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Launching the Nation – Washington’s Presidency 10.1– Laying the Foundations of Government (Unit 8)

First President 1789: 11 states sent delegates to choose the first POTUS These delegates formed the electoral college. Electoral college unanimously elected Washington as POTUS and John Adams V-POTUS.

Washington sworn in as POTUS in NYC – our 1st capital!

Setting Precedents The Constitution has been ratified. Washington is President – Now What?! Put Constitution into “play” for the first time. Precedents: an action or decision that serves as an example for later generations. Creating Dept. Heads (Secretaries) Cabinet Meetings – Dept. Heads meet to talk about important issues Serving 2 terms Farewell Address

Department Heads – “Dream Team” Secretary of State–Thomas Jefferson Secretary of Treasury – Alexander Hamilton Secretary of War – Henry Knox

Judiciary Act 1789 – created a federal court system with three levels. Supreme Court Court of Appeals District Courts Supreme Court Chief Justice – John Jay Attorney General – Edmund Randolph