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

Monday's ceremony saw historic safety protections. But no designated survivor was named, raising questions as to why.

A designated survivor, typically someone from the president's cabinet, is someone chosen not to attend the event to ensure the succession of the presidency.

become president following a Capitol bombing. The series was then adapted into a Korean drama titled, Designated Survivor: 60 Days, with Ji Jin-hee as the lead.