Which statement best describes the president's authority in appointing individuals to cabinet secretaries?

A. The president has the sole power to nominate and confirm cabinet secretaries.
B. The president approves individuals for cabinet secretaries that are nominated by the Senate.
C. The president nominates possible candidates for cabinet secretaries and sends their nominations to the Senate.
D. The president confirms cabinet secretaries after interviewing individuals.

1 answer

The statement that best describes the president's authority in appointing individuals to cabinet secretaries is:

C. The president nominates possible candidates for cabinet secretaries and sends their nominations to the Senate.

The president has the authority to nominate candidates for cabinet positions, but those nominations must be confirmed by the Senate.