What happens if the President-elect dies at the beginning of the term?
The Constitution provides for the tragic possibility of the death of the incoming leader. If the President-elect dies before assuming office, the line of succession is activated. The Vice-President-elect shall then become the President. This transition is permanent for the duration of the term for which they were elected. Article VII Section 7 1987 Philippine Constitution “If at the beginning of the term of the President, the President-elect shall have died or shall have become permanently disabled, the Vice-President-elect shall become President.” 03-Feb-26About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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