Rules of Succession: Presidential Vacancy Special Election
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Who shall act as President in case of the death of both the President and Vice-President?

  • Speaker of the House of Representatives (correct)
  • Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
  • Majority of the Cabinet members
  • Secretary of State
  • How is the Acting President determined in case of death, permanent disability, or resignation of the President?

  • By decision of the Senate
  • By majority vote of all members of Congress (correct)
  • By a popular vote
  • By appointment by the Chief Justice
  • When does the Vice-President assume the powers and duties of the office as Acting President?

  • In case of indictment by Congress
  • In case of written declaration by the majority of the Cabinet (correct)
  • In case of impeachment of the President
  • In case of resignation by the President alone
  • Who serves as President in case of a temporary disability?

    <p>Vice-President</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for Congress to determine a temporary vacancy in the Presidency due to a disability?

    <p>2/3 vote of all members, acting on a written declaration by majority of the Cabinet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the Speaker of the House of Representatives play in presidential succession?

    <p>Assumes the powers and duties of Acting President</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has to make a written declaration for a temporary disability to affect the Presidency?

    <p>Majority of the Cabinet members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if there is voluntary written declaration by the President regarding his disability?

    <p>'Acting' President is appointed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who determines if there is temporary vacancy in Presidency?

    <p>2/3 vote from all Congress members after majority Cabinet approval.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if both President and Vice-President die?

    <p>Speaker acts as President until new election.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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