Who was in charge in ancient Egypt?

Pharaoh was in charge in ancient Egypt. It was he who was the supreme ruler in this ancient state, his will for the Egyptians was the law. He led the army on the campaign and managed the state treasury. The very first pharaoh was able to become King Menes, who in 3050 BC was able to unite the lands of Egypt into a single state. Thus, the reign of the first dynasty of the pharaohs began with him.