Across
- 3. Oversees the executive branch and federal agencies
- 8. Head of the executive branch of government
- 12. Official acceptance of a foreign government
- 14. Rejection of specific parts of a bill without vetoing the whole bill
- 15. President’s spouse, often involved in social initiatives
- 17. Leader of the president’s political party
- 18. Ceremonial head of the nation
- 20. Presidential rejection of a bill passed by Congress
- 22. Forgiveness granted to a group of people, often for political offenses
- 23. Symbol of the American people and their values
Down
- 1. Proposes and influences laws in Congress
- 2. Forgiveness for a crime
- 4. Reduction of a criminal sentence
- 5. Issues and policies involving other countries
- 6. Issues and policies within the country
- 7. Presidential directive with the force of law
- 8. General term for mercy powers like pardon or reprieve
- 9. Temporary postponement of a punishment
- 10. 10th U.S. President, assumed office after William Henry Harrison’s death
- 11. Formal agreement between nations
- 13. Formal charge of misconduct against a president
- 16. Right to withhold information from Congress or courts
- 19. Authority to enforce or regulate laws within the executive branch
- 21. Indirect veto when Congress adjourns within 10 days of submitting a bill
- 23. Represents the U.S. in foreign relations