Watch the My Story Video for an introduction to the Executive Branch.
A person seeking to be President of the United States must meet certain requirements and be able to balance many roles simultaneously.
The Constitution lays out the order of presidential succession, with the Vice President being first in that order.
There is ongoing debate about the growth of presidential power; however, certain constitutional provisions provide checks and by the other two branches.
The President of the United States (POTUS) is essential to the conduct of foreign relations; however, the system of checks and balances requires the President to share military and diplomatic powers with Congress.