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When the President addresses both Houses of Congress, one member of the Cabinet is always kept outside the city in a secured location, to serve as a designated survivor. If the city suddenly sank into the ground, the designated survivor, say the Sec. of State, would be sworn in. As for the Senators, in the case of a vacancy, the Governor appoints a new Senator to finish the term. The Senate could be replaced in days, if need be. The House of Representatives is another matter. Why does a House vacancy require a special vote?
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