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Article II: The Executive Branch. Requirements. Natural born citizen At least 35 years old Lived in the US for at least 14 years And I will do everything that I can as long as I am President of the United States to remind the American people that we are one nation under God, and we may
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Requirements • Natural born citizen • At least 35 years old • Lived in the US for at least 14 years And I will do everything that I can as long as I am President of the United States to remind the American people that we are one nation under God, and we may call that God different names but we remain one nation. Barack Obama
Powers given to the President from the Constitution (AII: Section II) • Veto bills • Call Congress for a special session • Serve as commander in chief • Receive leaders and other officials of foreign nations • Make treaties with foreign nations (senate approval required • Appoint heads of executive agencies, federal court judges, ambassadors, and other top gov. officials • Pardon or reduce penalties against people convicted of federal crimes
Roles of the President • 7 Hat Challenge/ The Roles of the President
Homework • Complete the Which Hat handout • Read pgs. 219-223 • Answer 1-4 • For #1, definitions only