Executive Branch
Definition
The executive branch is responsible for implementing, enforcing, and administering laws. It's headed by the president and includes vice president and Cabinet members.
Analogy
If we continue our restaurant analogy, then consider this branch as both manager and waitstaff. They ensure that dishes (laws) are served correctly to customers (citizens), manage daily operations, enforce rules within establishment, and handle customer complaints or issues.
Related terms
Presidential System: A system where an executive leader is elected independently from legislature to serve fixed term.
Cabinet Members: Advisors appointed by President who head each department in Executive Office like Department of State or Defense etc.
Executive Order: Direct orders issued by President that manages operations within federal government.
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Practice Questions (8)
- What effect did lack of executive branch in government structure established by Articles Of Confederation have on United States ?
- Which Supreme Court case reaffirmed Congress's power of oversight and investigation over the executive branch?
- What is a key check that the Executive Branch has over the Judiciary?
- Which of the following illustrates a check on the judicial branch by the executive branch?
- In what way does the executive branch check the judiciary through appointments?
- What is the term for a major portion of the executive branch that includes all agencies that perform staff services for the chief executive?
- What is the primary function of the executive branch in U.S. government?
- What is the primary role of the executive branch in the US Federal Government?
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