American GovernmentQuestion 30 of 128
Who is the Commander in Chief of the military?
a.The Secretary of Defense
b.The President
c.A five-star general
d.The Speaker of the House
Explanation
The President is the Commander in Chief of the U.S. armed forces. This gives civilian control over the military. The role is defined in Article II of the Constitution.
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