Article 2 of the Constitution is all about the Executive Branch of government. It establishes the President and Vice President. But let's find out more...
Section 1 establishes the office of the President and Vice President. Their terms shall be for four years. The President is elected by the Electoral College. Each state has one vote for each member of congress. Presidents must also be natural-born citizens of the United States. The President is also paid by salary, which cannot change while he's in office.
Section 2 establishes certain important powers of the President. The President is commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces and of the National Guard. He can pardon criminals. He has a Cabinet to aid him. He makes treaties with other Nations. He picks many of the other members of government, which must also be approved by the Senate.
Section 3 establishes the duties of the President. He is to give a State of the Union address. He is to make sure the laws of the United States are carried out. He is to make suggestions to Congress. He is to act as the head of the state by receiving ambassadors and other heads of state.
Section 4 discusses the removal of the President, called impeachment.
What do you know about Article 2? Did I leave anything out?
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