Learn About the U.S. President
Learn About the U.S. President
The President of the United States (POTUS) serves as the head of state, head of government, and commander-in-chief of the United States Armed Forces. The president leads the executive branch of the federal government and plays a critical role in shaping domestic and foreign policy. The office of the president was established in 1789 under the U.S. Constitution, with George Washington serving as the first president.