In most states, if a governor is unable to complete his or her term in office, this person takes over as governor:

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In most states, the lieutenant governor is the designated successor of the governor in case he or she is unable to complete their term in office. This is because the lieutenant governor is the second-highest-ranking executive officer in the state government and is elected to serve alongside the governor. Therefore, it is the lieutenant governor who would take over as governor, not the other officials listed.

In Most States, If a Governor Is Unable to Complete