Presidential Succession

Iran’s Khamenei seriously ill, son likely to be successor as supreme leader – NYT

Iran’s political landscape is set for a seismic shift with news that Khamenei is seriously ill, raising the prospect of his son Mojtaba as the next Supreme Leader. The implications of such a transition send shivers down my spine. It’s astonishing how a country that once bravely overthrew a monarchy could seemingly devolve into a dynastic rule disguised as a theocracy. Khamenei’s ill health and the potential for Mojtaba’s ascension evoke a sense of irony; the Iranian populace fought so hard against oppressive regimes only to be confronted with the possibility of a new familial dynasty that closely mirrors those they sought to dismantle.… Continue reading

Trump says he doesn’t know who’s 3rd in line for presidency — a citizenship exam question

When I heard that Donald Trump reportedly didn’t know who’s third in line for the presidency, I couldn’t help but shake my head in disbelief. How can the former President of the United States, the leader of one of the most powerful countries in the world, not know such a basic and fundamental fact about the government he was supposed to lead? It’s truly mind-boggling to think that someone who held the highest office in the land could be so woefully uninformed about the very system he was a part of.

The fact that Trump seemed confused about who comes after the Vice President and the Speaker of the House in the line of succession speaks volumes about his lack of knowledge and understanding of how our government works.… Continue reading

In Sad Self-Own, J.D. Vance Says Vice Presidents Don’t ‘Really Matter’

I can’t help but shake my head at the recent comments made by J.D. Vance regarding the importance of Vice Presidents. As much as he tries to downplay the significance of the role, the truth remains that VPs do indeed matter, especially in certain situations.

One cannot simply dismiss the pivotal role that Vice Presidents play in the line of succession and in upholding the values and operations of the executive branch. It is crucial for them to be ready to call out any wrongdoing or to step up when the need arises. The events of January 6th serve as a poignant reminder of just how consequential Vice Presidents can be during critical moments.… Continue reading

Kim Jong Un’s Daughter Training For Succession, Seoul’s Spy Agency Says

Kim Jong Un’s Daughter Training For Succession, Seoul’s Spy Agency Says

Kim Jong Un has been a figure of mystery and controversy for many years, leading the totalitarian state of North Korea with an iron fist. But recent news has shed light on a new development within the Kim dynasty – his daughter, Ju Ae, is reportedly being groomed to take over the reins of power in the future. The South Korean spy agency has revealed that Ju Ae, who made her first public appearance less than two years ago, is undergoing training to become the next leader of North Korea.… Continue reading