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Article II: Definition (1787)

Article II describes the second of the government’s separated powers. It explains the form, function, powers, and limitations of the executive branch of government.

Supreme Court cases involving the President’s powers under Article II include Youngstown Company v. Sawyer (1952) and United States v. Nixon (1974).

- Article II, Section 2: President as Commander in Chief

- Article II, Section 2: Other Powers of the President

- Article II, Section 3: Duties of the President

- Article II, Section 4: Executive Impeachment