who is in charge of the executive branch?

The executive branch of the U.S. government is led by the President of the United States.

Quick Scoop

• The President is the head of the executive branch and serves as both head of state and head of government.

• The President is also Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces and is responsible for making sure federal laws are carried out.

• The President is supported by the Vice President, the Cabinet, and many executive agencies, but ultimate authority over the executive branch rests with the President.

In today’s context, that means the person in charge of the executive branch is the sitting U.S. President.