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Re:Joe Biden stands down as Democratic candidate by maxerickson on Sunday July 21, 2024 @02:26PM (#41027028)
The problem is that the Republican controlled house would have to confirm the appointed VP. The senate might take a minute, but it would likely get it done.
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Re:Joe Biden stands down as Democratic candidate by gumby on Monday July 22, 2024 @02:49PM (#41038219)
Yeah, I meant the house: it would be much in the majority's interest* to leave the position vacant through the election.

* I mean the way they seem to operate these days, where keeping the system running properly isn't considered important, and to a hardcore group is considered something to firmly oppose.

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