THE EXECUTIVE BRANCH
OF THE U.S. GOVERNMENT
The People
Source of government power through elections
The U.S. Constitution
Establishes and limits executive power
President
Chief executive who enforces federal laws
Vice President
Supports the president and oversees agencies
Cabinet
Advises the president and oversees agencies
Executive Departments
Carry out laws in major policy areas
Agencies
Enforce laws and regulations
Offices
Support executive leadership and policy
Bureaus
Manage specialized government work