The President of the United States is the head of state and head of government of the United States. This person is elected to a four-year term and serves as the highest-ranking official in the federal government.
Related terms
Executive Branch: The executive branch is one of three branches of the U.S. government, headed by the President, responsible for implementing and enforcing laws.
Commander-in-Chief: The commander-in-chief refers to the President's role as leader of the nation's military forces.
Electoral College: The Electoral College is a group of representatives who formally elects the President and Vice President based on election results in each state.