United States Cabinet

The Cabinet is a part of the executive branch of the U.S. federal government consisting of the heads of federal executive departments. Despite having evolved as one of the most powerful organs of the contemporary U.S. government, the term "Cabinet" does not appear in the U.S. Constitution, where reference is made only to the heads of departments.

Current Cabinet

As of Michael Chertoff's oath of office on February 15, 2005, the Cabinet is composed as follows:

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As of - February 15 - 2005

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Cabinet-level administration offices

Some positions are not part of the Cabinet, but have cabinet-level rank, meaning that their occupants are permitted to attend Cabinet meetings. As of Stephen Johnson's and Rob Portman's oaths of office on April 29, 2005, these offices are populated as follows:

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As of - April 29 - 2005

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