Executive Branch Vocabulary

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A person appointed to negotiate with foreign nations is called...

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Diplomat

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To accuse the President or a federal judge of a crime which could result in a removal from office.

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Impeach

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The annual speech the President delivers to Congress, in which he proposes new legislation is called...

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State of the Union

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A person who is involved in the lawmaking process is called...

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Legislator

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A group that creates and enforces rules concerning a service or product is called...

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Regulatory Agency

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When the President rejects a bill.

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Veto

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The heads of the 15 Executive Departments and the President's closest advisors are called...

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The Cabinet

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To select or hire a person for a position.

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Appoint

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To carry out or enforce the laws also means to ___________ the law.

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Execute

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To forgive, excuse the punishment of a convicted criminal.

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Pardon