Is It Legally Required for the Incoming President to Sign a Transition Document to Assume Office?

As the nation prepares for President Trump to assume office following his election victory, questions surrounding the process of transitioning power take center stage.

Nov 30, 2024

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Oath of Office — Donald J. Trump takes the oath of office to become the nation's 45th president and commander in chief at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., Jan. 20, 2017. White House photo

As the nation prepares for President Trump to assume office following his election victory, questions surrounding the process of transitioning power take center stage: Is it legall…

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