Question

is the president just a figurehead ?

Answer 1

If you are referring to the President of the United States of America, then no. The President of the U.S.A one of the most powerful heads of state on Earth! Yet, with recent events, he might be losing power instead of gaining it. But if you are referring to Presidents of other places, such as the President of India, President of Israel, President of Bangladesh, President of Greece, etc, then yes, they are figureheads.

Answer 2

I don't think so let me google it

Answer 3

yes