The Role of the Vice President

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Learn how the rule got made — and who it serves.

⚡ The twist

Laws change. Power changes who gets to change them.

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The Vice President is next in line to the presidency, serves as Senate president, and breaks tie votes. The VP steps in if the President cannot serve.

Key facts

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1Checks and balances limit power.
2The Bill of Rights has 10 amendments.
3Citizens elect representatives to make laws.

Then & Now

🏛️ Knowing this makes you a better voter when you grow up.

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How many branches does the U.S. government have?

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