The Executive Branch

3. The President’s role as the commander of the armed forces.
8. An order issued by the President to manage the operations of the federal government.
10. Individuals who offer advice to the President.
12. The head of the executive branch of the U.S. government.
14. The President’s main responsibility related to foreign affairs.
16. The power of the President to forgive a crime or cancel a punishment.
17. The U.S. department that manages the government's finances.
18. The President's primary aide.
19. The process by which the President can be removed from office.

1. The second-highest executive official, who succeeds the President if needed.
2. A group of advisors to the President, each in charge of specific departments.
4. The action of selecting candidates for political office.
5. A title for heads of major government departments.
6. A proposed law presented to Congress.
7. The order of officials who may succeed the President.
9. The official residence of the President.
11. The promise the President makes to uphold the Constitution.
13. The title of the President’s official spokesperson, often found in the West Wing.
15. This document outlines the powers of the executive branch.