Executive branch

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What amendment says the President can only serve 2 terms (or no more than 10)

22nd amendment

government corporation

A government corporation is a state-owned entity that is created in order to pursue commercial or industrial activities on behalf of a national government. These can be completely owned or partially owned by a government.

What does the Vice President do?

The Constitution gives the vice president the role of presiding over the Senate, and voting in the Senate if there is a tie. The vice president's only other formal responsibility is taking over the presidency if the president dies.

What is the purpose of the executive branch

The executive branch of the U.S. government is responsible for enforcing laws; its power is vested in the President. The President acts as both the head of state and commander-in-chief of the armed forces. Independent federal agencies are tasked with enforcing the laws enacted by Congress.

What caused the number of executive departments to grow?

The main reasoning for this is due to the changes that have taken place within the country. To better serve and secure the land of the United States these department additions have been necessary.

What are executive orders? Why are they powerful

a rule or order issued by the president to an executive branch of the government and having the force of law.

How many justices are on the supreme court?

nine


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