Blessing "Shachalak" on the President of the USA

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Question

Should one recite the blessing "Blessed is He who has given of His glory to flesh and blood" upon seeing the President of the United States?

Answer

The blessing is not recited because the President does not have the status of a king, as he does not have the authority to execute.

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