Which constitutional power is exercised by the President as Commander in Chief?

• A. Signing treaties.
• B. Military leadership and defense-related decisions.
• C. Declaring war.
• D. Vetoing legislation.

Answer: (B)

Being Commander in Chief means the President is the top leader of the armed forces, directing military operations, strategy, and defense decisions. This role gives the President authority over how troops are used, how missions are carried out, and how national defense is managed, while Congress holds the purse strings and the power to declare war. Signing treaties is a diplomatic function that involves negotiating with other countries and requires Senate approval after negotiation. Declaring war is explicitly a power of Congress, not the President. Vetoing legislation is a check on Congress and part of the legislative process, not a military command responsibility.