The executive branch is one of the three branches of the U.S. federal government, along with the legislative and judicial branches. The executive branch is responsible for enforcing and executing laws made by the legislative branch. The President of the United States is the head of the executive branch, and the Vice President, Cabinet members, and governmental departments are also part of this branch. The President has the power to sign legislation into law or veto bills enacted by Congress, conduct diplomacy with other nations, negotiate and sign treaties, and issue executive orders, which direct executive officers or clarify and further existing laws. The Cabinet and independent federal agencies are responsible for the day-to-day enforcement and administration of federal laws. The Executive Office of the President (EOP) consists of the immediate staff to the President, along with entities such as the Office of Management and Budget and the Office of the United States Trade Representative.