What If A Presidential Candidate Dies?

16 September 2016, 14:05 | Updated: 16 September 2016, 14:06

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Mystery Hour Question

Mike, High Wycombe

What would happen if one of the presidential candidates croaks before the election?

Answer

Name: James O’Brien

Qualification: Read it this week

Answer: The presumption is that the Vice Presidential candidate will take over.  If they don't, then the party management gets to make an appointment.