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Overview of the U.S. Presidency: Powers, Duties, and Limitations

This article provides an in-depth look at the executive branch of the United States government, focusing on the presidency. It covers topics such as the term limit, qualifications, salary, oath of office, powers of the president including military powers, treaties, and appointments, as well as duties like delivering the State of the Union address, executing laws faithfully, and facing potential impeachment. A concise guide to understanding the role and responsibilities of the U.S. president.

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Overview of the U.S. Presidency: Powers, Duties, and Limitations

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  1. Article 2: The Executive The Presidency

  2. I. Section 1 • Term Limit • - • Electoral College- #of senators+ # of representatives • - • Qualifications- born in US, 35 yrs old, 14 yrs a resident of the states • Salary- $400,000 a year

  3. Oath of Office • “ I do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the office of president of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the constitution of the United States”

  4. II. Powers of the President • Military powers • - • Treaties and Appointments • - • Vacancies • -

  5. III. Duties • State of the Union • - • Laws be faithfully executed • - • Impeachment • Treason, bribery, other high crimes and misdemeanors

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