US Politics The Presidency

Overview Qualifications Functions of the President Organization of the Presidency

Qualifications Article II, Section 1: –Natural Born Citizen –35 years old –14 year resident of U.S.

Functions of the President Chief of State –Symbol as leader of the country –Largely ceremonial functions

Functions of the President Chief Executive –Responsible for the administration and oversight of the federal bureaucracy –ensure that laws are “faithfully executed”

Functions of the President Commander in Chief –Supreme Commander of all US military forces –Ensure civilian control of the military

Functions of the President Chief Diplomat –President has primary role in US foreign policy negotiate treaties, appoint ambassadors, recognize foreign governments, sign executive agreements

Functions of the President Chief Legislator –Setting the national agenda –Directing and managing legislative process

Functions of the President Chief of Party –Leader of Party –Aid other candidates –Fundraise –Influence party platform

Organization of the Presidency President Vice-President Cabinet Departments Executive Office of President