The designated survivor is a person chosen to remain physically ... step up immediately to ensure the continuity of government, meaning someone will be in charge to direct the necessary functions ...

Usually, the designated survivor’s identity is kept secret until after the event has concluded, yet no name was released for President Trump’s inauguration.

It's notable, then, that this year’s sprawling security footprint did not expressly include one key component considered fundamental to U.S. tradition: The naming of a designated survivor.

However, what few people notice is that traditionally, a member of the cabinet is left out of the event: the so-called “designated survivor.” The term refers to a high-ranking official in the ...

WASHINGTON — Donald Trump is being inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on Monday, but not everyone from his new administration will be there. For events such as the ...

It's notable, then, that this year’s sprawling security footprint did not expressly include one key component considered fundamental to U.S. tradition: The naming of a designated survivor. In D.C., ...

It’s notable, then, that this year’s sprawling security footprint did not expressly include one key component considered fundamental to U.S. tradition: The naming of a designated survivor. In D.C., ...