What happens if the president dies?: References & Edit History
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| Type | Description | Contributor | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Article title updated for style. | Nov 05, 2026 | ||
| Modified link of Web site: PBS News - Presidents get sick and die. What happens next hasnt always been clear. | Jul 06, 2026 | ||
| Add new Web site: NBC News - Dizzying scenarios: When something happens to a president, who takes charge? | Jan 19, 2026 | ||
| Add new Web site: PBS News - Presidents get sick and die. What happens next hasnt always been clear. | Dec 13, 2025 | ||
| Add new Web site: GovInfo - Presidential vacancy and disability. | Sep 06, 2025 | ||
| New article added. | Jun 03, 2025 |
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