U.S. Vice Presidency

The U.S. Vice Presidency is the second-highest executive office in the United States, following the President. The Vice President's main role is to support the President and assume the presidency if the President dies, resigns, or is removed from office. Additionally, the Vice President serves as the President of the Senate, casting tie-breaking votes when necessary. While the job's responsibilities can vary, the Vice President often represents the administration in public engagements and may take on specific policy initiatives or diplomatic tasks assigned by the President. This office was established by the U.S. Constitution.