II. In case he succeeds to the presidency, then he performs the duties of the President, and the President pro tem. (a Senator) performs the duties of Vice-President and Senator.
SALARIES. [Footnote: The President's salary cannot be increased or diminished during his term of office.]
The President receives $50,000. The Vice-President receives $8,000.
A tabular view showing how some United States officers get their authority, and from whom.
From the people.
I. Electors
1. President.
2. Vice-President.
Members of the House of Rep's.
President sometimes. [Footnote: In 1801, and 1825. Who?]
From the State Legislatures
U. S. Senators
V. President sometimes.
[Footnote: Richard M. Johnson was elected Vice-President by the Senate in 1837. This is, thus far, the only instance.] Appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate.
President's Cabinet consisting of:
1. Sec. of State. 2. Sec. of Treasury. 3. Sec. of War. 4. Sec. of Navy. 5. Sec. of Interior. 6. Postmaster Gen. 7. Attorney Gen.