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The Executive Branch

QuestionAnswer
Chief Executive The president's role of enforcing laws and carrying out government policy
Cabinet the heads of the executive departments of the federal government
Pardon a decree that frees a person from punishment for a crime
Amnesty a general pardon usually granted to a group of people
Martial Law military rule established over a civilian population during a time of emergency
Executive Order a rule or regulation issued by a president or governor that has the force of law
Bureaucracy a large, complex organization that functions under uniform rules and procedures
Administration the president, along with his or her personal staff and advisers; also, a president’s time in office
Veto the president's power to reject a law passed by Congress.
The White House Staff the 400 people that work as secretaries and assistants to the president.
The Executive Office of the President Office of 1800 employees that perform specialized tasks for the president.
Executive Departments 15 total departments that target specific functions in the executive branch such as Agriculture, Treasury, Justice, Commerce, etc.
Independent Agencies Groups that help implement federal policy but are not officially part of the Executive Branch.
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