Staff Reports
President Joe Biden’s recent departure from the 2024 race has sparked a cavalcade of speculation about what might happen if he were to bow out of the presidency as well. With the political landscape shifting faster than Biden’s approval ratings, the question looms: who would manage the nation’s affairs in such a chaotic scenario? Of course, Vice President Kamala Harris would step into the presidential role, but that would leave the vice presidency wide open, like an ice cream truck in a neighborhood full of kids.
Should Biden decide to resign instead of continuing this rollercoaster ride of a presidency, the Constitution would play the role of the ultimate playbook, activating a series of procedures to establish a new cabinet while simultaneously sending Harris to the big chair. Article II, Section 1 of the Constitution states that the vice president is next in line for the presidency. So, it’s almost like a game of political musical chairs, but instead of music, the soundtrack includes whispers of awkward press conferences and barely coherent speeches.
Coup-mala Harris will never become president unless Joe Biden resigns.pic.twitter.com/IKLSTykPNR
— Uncensored USA 🇺🇸 (@CarlosSimancas) July 24, 2024
The speculation doesn’t end with Harris swooping into the Oval Office. The real intrigue lies in the question of who she would choose as her running mate. Let’s face it — in a political environment that often feels like a reality TV show, Harris making her pick could rival anything seen on “The Bachelor.” It raises the stakes for her potential presidency, especially considering her prospects for the 2024 election now ride the wave of Biden’s earlier missteps.
If this scenario does unfold, not only does Harris become the 47th president, but she would also face the challenge of appointing a new vice president, all while juggling the pressures of Party expectations and a divided Congress. If Harris were to step in, she’d find herself under the demanding spotlight and tasked with making a nomination that not only reflects her political vision but also passes the scrutiny of a Republican-controlled House and a Democrat-led Senate. Talk about walking a tightrope while juggling flaming torches.
The political ramifications of such a shift would be immense. With GOP members needing to approve any VP pick, the delicate dance of bipartisan cooperation would become the hottest ticket in town — except it’s a poorly attended show with a lot of booing from one side of the aisle. The reality is, if Republicans have to give the thumbs up to a Harris-pick, the drama could rival a soap opera. So, with Biden’s resignation whispers echoing through the land, the nation remains on the edge of its seat, not quite sure whether to laugh or cry at the antics of today’s political arena.
