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The United States Department of State, also known as the State Department, is an executive department of the U.S. federal government. The State Department is led by the U.S. Secretary of State, who reports directly to the U.S. president and is a member of the Cabinet. The department is headquartered in the Harry S Truman Building in Washington, D.C. The State Department works closely with other government agencies, such as the Department of Defense, and international organizations, like the United Nations. The State Department has a significant cultural impact, promoting U.S. culture and values around the world.