Who is the Commander in Chief of the Army?

The Commander in Chief of the Army is the President. This role is established by the U.S. Constitution, which designates the President as the leader of the armed forces, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines. This position grants the President ultimate authority over military decisions and operations. The President's responsibilities as Commander in Chief include making critical military decisions, ensuring national defense, and controlling military resources while remaining accountable to Congress and the American people.

The other roles mentioned, such as the Vice President and the Secretary of Defense, do not hold the position of Commander in Chief. The Vice President assists the President and has other roles but does not command the military. The Secretary of Defense is responsible for the Department of Defense and executes the military policies set by the President, but does not serve as the Commander in Chief. Lastly, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff serves as the principal military advisor to the President and the Secretary of Defense, but again, does not hold the rank of Commander in Chief.