If both the President and the Vice President can no longer serve, who becomes President?

Accepted answer

the Speaker of the House

Explanation

The Speaker of the House is next in line after the Vice President.

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Source: USCIS, 2008 version (USCIS Office of Citizenship, rev. 08/21)Verified Sep 14, 2026Official PDF

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28.What is the name of the President of the United States now?
29.What is the name of the Vice President of the United States now?
30.If the President can no longer serve, who becomes President?
32.Who is the Commander in Chief of the military?
33.Who signs bills to become laws?

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If both the President and the Vice President can no longer serve, who becomes President?

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