Founding & Rights1967

Presidential succession was settled in 1967

Year the 25th Amendment was ratified

The 25th Amendment, addressing presidential succession and inability to serve, was ratified in 1967.

It has since been used for both vice-presidential vacancies and temporary transfers of power.

Source

Amendments 11 27U.S. National Archives

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