President of the United States

The President of the United States is the head of the executive branch of the United States federal government. His power is described by Article II of the United States Constitution. The president is elected by an Electoral College, made up of electors in each state based on state population, every four years.

The Constitution and the presidency
The powers of the presidency are described in Article II of the United States Constitution. Among the enumerated powers are:
 * Act as commander in chief of the army and navy, and the militia when called up
 * Issue pardons for crimes against the United States
 * Make treaties (with the consent of the Senate)
 * Appoint ambassadors, public ministers, and judges (with the consent of the Senate)
 * Make appointments of the same during Senate recesses


 * Receive ambassadors
 * Enforce laws
 * Commission officers of the United States

In addition, the 12th amendment changes the method of elections, the 20th amendment defines the date of changeover for presidential terms, the 22nd amendment establishes term limits, and the 25th amendment clarifies various issues related to succession.

Links

 * WhiteHouse.gov