The President's Powers

What are some powers granted to presidents by the Constitution? One of the president’s powers is to appoint federal officials and has to be done before he is actually sworn into office. He/she has the power to appoint federal and district court judges. Federal judges have to have the approval of the senate and often differs to senatorial courtesy when it comes to district court. He/she can also appoint members of his/her own cabinet and often appoints people who have similar interests and political views.

Some of the powers granted to presidents by the Constitution also include control over our military. The power to grant presidential pardons is afforded to our nation's leader. The most famous presidential pardon was the pardoning of Richard Nixon by the newly elected President Gerald Ford. He is in charge of welcoming ambassadors from foreign countries and represent the best our country has to offer. The president can also hold special sessions in congress and has the power to veto bills they may bring to him. Executive Privilege allows a president to be able to withhold information from the public, especially in cases where national security is involved.

You can find more information on the powers granted to presidents by the Constitution on the Internet. The government itself has several official websites with many others that are government related. There are also sites where you can have a chance to read and look at the Constitution for yourself. Your local library is also a sure way to find all kinds of interesting facts on this subject.