Elected indirectly by the citizens through the electoral college, the president serves a four-year term. As chief executive, the president presides over the cabinet and has responsibility for the management of the executive branch. With the advice and consent of the Senate, the president also has the power to make treaties and to appoint ambassadors, U.S. officers, and judges to federal courts. He is also the commander in chief of the armed forces. The president signs laws and can veto bills that have passed Congress.

Role in the Legislative Process

    Executive Business

    Presidential Documents

    State of the Union

    Vetoes

Impeachment

Origins & Development

    About the Presidency

    The President and the Senate

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