Presidential Disability
/ˌprɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl dɪsˈeɪbɪləti/
Definitions
- (n.) The condition or circumstance under which a sitting president of the United States is unable to perform the duties of office due to physical or mental incapacity.
The Twenty-fifth Amendment outlines procedures for addressing presidential disability to ensure continuity of government.
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- presidential disability
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Commentary
In legal contexts, "presidential disability" specifically refers to constitutional or statutory conditions impairing a president's ability to serve, often discussed under the Twenty-fifth Amendment; clarity in drafting should distinguish temporary incapacity from permanent removal.
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