26-661: Elkport is a city in Clayton County , Iowa , United States. The population was 29 at the time of the 2020 census , down from 88 in 2000. Elkport was laid out as a town in 1855. It was named from the Elk Creek . The town was severely damaged by floods in May 2004. After the floods, all residents of the town chose federal buyout , selling their homes to the United States federal government for demolition . In September 2006, nearly all of
52-555: A household in the city was $ 24,375, and the median income for a family was $ 28,125. Males had a median income of $ 23,750 versus $ 17,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 11,518. There were 10.5% of families and 6.9% of the population living below the poverty line , including no under eighteens and 23.1% of those over 64. The municipality is within the boundary of the Central Community School District . Clayton County, Iowa Clayton County
78-439: A household in the county was $ 34,068, and the median income for a family was $ 40,199. Males had a median income of $ 27,165 versus $ 19,644 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 16,930. About 5.70% of families and 8.60% of the population were below the poverty line , including 9.60% of those under age 18 and 9.40% of those age 65 or over. Clayton County is divided into these townships : The population ranking of
104-458: A representative of the United States. The secretary communicates issues relating to the U.S. foreign policy to Congress and citizens. The secretary also provides services to U.S. citizens living or traveling abroad such as providing credentials in the form of passports. Doing this, the secretary also ensures the protection of citizens, their property, and interests in foreign countries. What are
130-618: Is a Level I position in the Executive Schedule and thus earns the salary prescribed for that level $ 246,400, as of January 2024. The current secretary of state is Antony Blinken , who was confirmed on January 26, 2021, by the Senate by a vote of 78–22. The secretary of state originates from the government under the Articles of Confederation . The Congress of the Confederation established
156-474: Is a county located in the U.S. state of Iowa . As of the 2020 census , the population was 17,043. Its county seat is Elkader . The county was established in 1837 and was named in honor of John M. Clayton , United States Senator from Delaware and later Secretary of State under President Zachary Taylor . According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 793 square miles (2,050 km ), of which 779 square miles (2,020 km )
182-1065: Is fourth in line to succeed the presidency , after the vice president , the speaker of the House of Representatives , and the president pro tempore of the Senate . Six past secretaries of state – Jefferson , Madison , Monroe , John Quincy Adams , Van Buren and Buchanan – have gone on to be elected president. Others, including Henry Clay , Daniel Webster , Lewis Cass , John C. Calhoun , John M. Clayton , William L. Marcy , William Seward , Edward Everett , Jeremiah S. Black , James Blaine , Elihu B. Washburne , Thomas F. Bayard , John Sherman , Walter Q. Gresham , William Jennings Bryan , Philander C. Knox , Charles Evans Hughes , Elihu Root , Cordell Hull , Edmund Muskie , Alexander Haig , John Kerry , and Hillary Clinton have also campaigned as presidential candidates, either before or after their term of office as secretary of state, but were ultimately unsuccessful. The position of secretary of state has therefore been viewed to be
208-625: Is land and 14 square miles (36 km ) (1.8%) is water. It is the fifth-largest county in Iowa by area. Clayton County is part of the Driftless Area , a region that completely missed being ice-covered during the last ice age . Streams have deeply carved valleys, while the Mississippi River has spectacular bluffs. The 2020 census recorded a population of 17,043 in the county, with a population density of 21.5323/sq mi (8.31366/km ). 97.51% of
234-539: Is nominated by the president of the United States and, following a confirmation hearing before the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations , is confirmed by the Senate . The secretary of state, along with the secretary of the treasury , secretary of defense , and attorney general , are generally regarded as the four most crucial Cabinet members because of the importance of their respective departments. Secretary of state
260-459: Is the second-highest-ranking member of the president's Cabinet , after the vice president, and ranks fourth in the presidential line of succession ; first amongst cabinet secretaries. Created in 1789 with Thomas Jefferson as its first office holder, the secretary of state represents the United States to foreign countries, and is therefore considered analogous to a secretary or minister of foreign affairs in other countries. The secretary of state
286-502: The census of 2000, there were 18,678 people, about 7,500 households, and 1 family residing in the county. The population density was 24 people per square mile (9.3 people/km ). There were 8,620 housing units at an average density of 11 units per square mile (4.2 units/km ). The racial makeup of the county was 98.93% White , 0.14% Black or African American, 0.22% Native American, 0.11% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 0.19% from other races, and 0.41% from two or more races. 0.76% of
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#1733125599113312-575: The Department of Foreign Affairs in 1781 and created the office of secretary of foreign affairs. After the Constitution of the United States was ratified, the 1st United States Congress reestablished the department, renaming it the Department of State, and created the office of secretary of state to lead the department. The stated duties of the secretary of state are to supervise the United States foreign service and immigration policy and administer
338-422: The Department of State. The secretary must also advise the president on U.S. foreign matters such as the appointment of diplomats and ambassadors, advising the president of the dismissal and recall of these people. The secretary of state can conduct negotiations, interpret, and terminate treaties relating to foreign policy. The secretary also can participate in international conferences, organizations, and agencies as
364-530: The Great Seal, performance of protocol functions for the White House , and the drafting of certain proclamations. The secretary also negotiates with the individual states over the extradition of fugitives to foreign countries. Under federal law, the resignation of a president or of a vice president is valid only if declared in writing, in an instrument delivered to the office of the secretary of state. Accordingly,
390-606: The Qualifications of a Secretary of State? He ought to be a Man of universal Reading in Laws, Governments, History. Our whole terrestrial Universe ought to be summarily comprehended in his Mind. Secretaries of state also have domestic responsibilities. Most of the historical domestic functions of the Department of State were gradually transferred to other agencies by the late 19th century as part of various administrative reforms and restructurings. Those that remain include storage and use of
416-565: The buildings of Elkport were demolished. As of the census of 2020, there were 29 people, 4 households, and 4 families residing in the city. The population density was 116.7 inhabitants per square mile (45.0/km). There were 12 housing units at an average density of 48.3 per square mile (18.6/km). The racial makeup of the city was 96.6% White , 0.0% Black or African American , 0.0% Native American , 0.0% Asian , 0.0% Pacific Islander , 0.0% from other races and 3.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino persons of any race comprised 0.0% of
442-539: The city. The population density was 470.2 inhabitants per square mile (181.5/km). There were 34 housing units at an average density of 181.7 per square mile (70.2/km). The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White . There were 33 households, out of which 45.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.6% were married couples living together, 6.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.2% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.1% had someone living alone who
468-479: The following table is based on the 2020 census of Clayton County. † county seat 42°50′37″N 91°20′36″W / 42.84361°N 91.34333°W / 42.84361; -91.34333 United States Secretary of State The United States secretary of state ( SecState ) is a member of the executive branch of the federal government and the head of the Department of State . The office holder
494-520: The population reported being of one race. 93.21% were non-Hispanic White, 0.93% were Black, 2.01% were Hispanic, 0.25% were Native American, 0.28% were Asian, 0.04% were Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and 3.29% were some other race or more than one race. There were 8,758 housing units, of which 7,315 were occupied. The 2010 census recorded a population of 18,130 in the county, with a population density of 23.272/sq mi (8.985/km ). There were 8,999 housing units, of which 7,599 were occupied. As of
520-437: The population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. There were 7,375 households, out of which 30.90% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.70% were married couples living together, 6.10% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.40% were non-families. 26.30% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.30% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size
546-442: The population. Of the 4 households, 25.0% of which had children under the age of 18 living with them, 100.0% were married couples living together, 0.0% were cohabitating couples, 0.0% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present and 0.0% had a male householder with no spouse or partner present. 0.0% of all households were non-families. 0.0% of all households were made up of individuals, 0.0% had someone living alone who
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#1733125599113572-514: The resignations of President Richard Nixon and of Vice President Spiro Agnew were formalized in instruments delivered to then-Secretary of State Henry Kissinger . Although they have historically decreased over time, Congress may occasionally add to the responsibilities of the secretary of state. One such instance occurred in 2014, when Congress passed the Sean and David Goldman International Child Abduction Prevention and Return Act which mandated actions
598-513: The secretary of state must take in order to facilitate the return of abducted children from nations who are party to the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction . As the highest-ranking member of the cabinet, the secretary of state is the third-highest official of the executive branch of the U.S. federal government, after the president and vice president, and
624-401: Was 2.47 and the average family size was 2.98. In the county, the population was spread out, with 25.40% under the age of 18, 6.50% from 18 to 24, 26.00% from 25 to 44, 23.60% from 45 to 64, and 18.50% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.60 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.50 males. The median income for
650-451: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.67 and the average family size was 3.04. In the city, the population was spread out, with 31.8% under the age of 18, 2.3% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 23.9% from 45 to 64, and 13.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.3 males. The median income for
676-414: Was 65 years old or older. The median age in the city was 45.8 years. 34.5% of the residents were under the age of 20; 0.0% were between the ages of 20 and 24; 10.3% were from 25 and 44; 44.8% were from 45 and 64; and 10.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 41.4% male and 58.6% female. As of the census of 2000, there were 88 people, 33 households, and 25 families residing in
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