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

The Speaker of the House becomes President if both the President and the Vice President are unable to serve. This succession is established by the Presidential Succession Act, which outlines the order of succession to the presidency. The Speaker, as the leader of the House of Representatives, holds a significant leadership position within the federal government and is elected by the members of the House, ensuring a democratically chosen representative assumes the role of President in case of such an emergency.

This process ensures continuity of government and reflects the principle of representative democracy, wherein elected officials are positioned to step into critical roles as needed. Other positions, such as the Secretary of State, Attorney General, and Senate Majority Leader, do not follow the established line of succession for the presidency outlined in the relevant laws.