Cabinet Members
Definition
These are the heads of the executive departments of the federal government. They serve as advisors to the President and play key roles in implementing his policies.
Related terms
Executive Departments: These are the main organizations through which the work of the federal government is done. There are currently 15 executive departments, each headed by a member of the president's cabinet.
Secretary: This is what we call most heads of executive departments. For example, we have a Secretary of Defense and a Secretary of Education.
Line Succession: The order in which officials fill the office of president in case of a vacancy.
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AP US Government - 2.5 Checks on the Presidency
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