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What are some of the powers of the president of the United States?​

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Serve as commander in chief of the armed forces

Commission officers of the armed forces

Grant reprieves and pardons for federal offenses (except impeachment)

Convene Congress in special sessions

Receive ambassadors

Take care that the laws be faithfully executed

Wield the "executive power"

Appoint Cabinet officials, White House staff and Supreme Court justices

The president of the United States (Donald Trump) has a lot of power.

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