Washington

The state's chief executive. Signs or vetoes state legislation, proposes the state budget, appoints state agency heads and, in many states, judges.

Represents the entire state in the U.S. Senate. Votes on federal legislation and the federal budget, and confirms federal judicial and Cabinet appointments.

The United States' head of state and head of government. Signs or vetoes federal legislation, commands the armed forces, appoints federal judges and Cabinet officials with Senate confirmation, and conducts foreign policy.