President and bureaucracy (executive)

Definition

The president, as the head of the executive branch, is responsible for implementing and enforcing laws written by Congress. The bureaucracy refers to the administrative system that carries out these tasks.

Analogy

Think of the president as a CEO of a company and the bureaucracy as his team or staff. The CEO sets goals and strategies (like laws), while his team ensures these are carried out effectively.

Related terms

Executive Order: A directive issued by the President that manages operations of the federal government.

Cabinet: A group of advisors to the President, consisting of heads of federal departments and agencies.

Veto Power: The power held by the President to reject bills passed by Congress, preventing them from becoming law unless overridden by two-thirds vote in both houses.