1. Article II The Executive Branch (President)

2. President Facts The powers of the President are split into 5 categories: 1. Commander in Chief 2. Chief Executive 3. Chief of State 4. Chief of Legislator 5. Chief of Party

3. Commander in Chief Commands all of our Armed Forces  Can only mobilize troops but cannot declare war Only Congress has that ability  Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, National Guard, and state militias are under their authority

4. Chief Executive Make sure the Country is running smoothly  Cabinet  Makes sure they are doing their job

5. Chief of State In charge of all foreign relations  One person to represent the U.S.  Meet with foreign leaders  Host foreign leaders  Negotiate treaties with other countries Needs Senate 2/3 approval to do so

6. Chief Legislator Approve or disapprove of a law

7. Chief of Party Upon winning the Presidential election the President becomes the head of their party. Democrat or Republican Makes decisions regarding the make up of the party