Episode 4 of 4

Congressional Resolution

When
May 31 - June 1, 1841
Where
Congress
Part of
Harrison inaugurated, dies; Tyler succeeds

Congress passed a joint resolution confirming Tyler as president for the remainder of Harrison's term.

On May 31, 1841, the House passed a joint resolution confirming Tyler as "President of the United States" for the remainder of his term. The Senate voted in favor of the resolution on June 1, 1841, solidifying the constitutional precedent.

Sources

  1. William Henry Harrison Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-17
  2. John Tyler Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-26

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