Question

How did the framers of the Constitution ensure that there would be continuity of power in the U.S. government during the aftermath of a national crisis?

Answer 1

The framers planned for continuity during a national crisis by creating the Presidential Line of Succession.

So far, this has only been applied when the President is killed and the Vice President takes their place.

But the line goes much deeper.

Attached is the current line of succession under President Trump.

In January, Paul Ryan will be replaced by Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D).

Answer 2

The Framers created something new and different to any other government at the time, they created a line of Presidential succession in the government, which means that in any crisis, other officials of the United States Federal government assumes the power and duties of the office if something happens, for example, dies. The Presidential succession is listed in Article II, Section 1, Clause 6 of the Constitution.

The Presidential line of succession is: 1) Vice-President; 2) Speaker of the House; 3) President of the Senate; 4) Secretary of State; 5) Secretary of Treasury; 6) Secretary of Defense…