Exploring the Expressed Powers of the U.S. President

This episode of Crash Course Government and Politics, hosted by Craig, explores the powers and limitations of the U.S. Presidency. It begins with an overview of the constitutional framework that defines the executive branch, followed by a discussion on the formal and informal powers of the President. The episode delves into the President's roles as Commander in Chief and chief diplomat, as well as his legislative and judicial powers. The episode concludes with a reflection on the expansion of presidential powers over time.

Who is considered the most powerful person in the U.S.?

• Chris Hemsworth

• The President of the United States

• Justice Scalia

• A member of Congress

What age must you be to become President of the U.S.?

• 30 years old

• 40 years old

• 25 years old

• 35 years old

Who directly elects the President of the United States?

• The American people

• State governors

• The Electoral College

• The House of Representatives

What is the first power given to the President in the Constitution?

• Chief Diplomat

• Power to appoint judges

• Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces

• Power to make treaties

Which president led U.S. troops in the field while in office?

• Dwight D. Eisenhower

• George Washington

• Ulysses S. Grant

• Andrew Jackson

What significant speech does the President give annually?

• Inaugural Address

• Farewell Address

• Budget Speech

• State of the Union

What power allows the President to reject laws passed by Congress?

• Veto power

• Executive order

• Judicial review

• Legislative initiative

Which of the following is NOT a formal power of the President?

• Granting pardons

• Proposing laws

• Making treaties

• Commander in Chief

What was the primary concern of the framers of the Constitution regarding the executive branch?

• Control over the budget

• Risk of becoming like a monarch

• Ability to make treaties

• Too much power over the military

Over the last 240 years, how have the powers of the President changed?

• Expanded beyond the framers' vision

• Decreased significantly

• Became more restricted

• Remained the same