Who is the head of our federal government?

The head of the federal government is the President. This position serves as both the Chief Executive of the country and the Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces. The President is responsible for enforcing laws, issuing executive orders, and representing the United States in foreign affairs. Unlike the Vice President, who assists the President and may assume the presidency if necessary, the President holds the highest executive authority. The Chief Justice, while an important figure in the judicial branch, does not have executive powers, and the Speaker of the House leads the legislative branch but does not head the government as a whole. This structure ensures that the President has a central role in government operation and leadership.