President
The head of the executive branch and commander in chief. The president carries out federal laws, signs or vetoes bills and nominates judges and cabinet members. Presidents serve four-year terms and can be elected twice.
Why it shows up in the news
Most major national decisions and orders start with the president.
In the news right now
- In Alaska, high prices for diesel and home-heating oil are driving voter anger at President Trump and Republican Sen. Dan S. Sullivan, making the Senate race there one of the most competitive in the country
- Trump admin touts roundup of criminal aliens in Florida ahead of president's trip
- The top U.S. commander in the Middle East briefed President Trump Thursday on military options for Iran as the U.S. weighs resuming major combat operations
- In Texas, signs of Hispanic voters’ disillusionment with President Trump over his handling of the economy and immigration crackdown appear poised to benefit Democratic candidates in the midterms
- BREAKING: Mexico's President Challenges U.S. After Coast Guard Comes Under Fire From Mexican Side of Border!
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