Here is what happens if Trump is incapacitated by COVID-19

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There is a constitutional provision in place to ensure the continuity of government in the event that President Trump is incapacitated during his battle with the coronavirus.

The 25th Amendment of the Constitution sets forth a process by which Vice President Mike Pence can become acting president if Trump is unable to govern due to his illness.

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