Disqualification from Holding Office

Who is disqualified from holding office under the United States?

• All of the above

• Any person who has engaged in insurrection or rebellion against the United States

• Any person who has given aid or comfort to the enemies of the United States

• Any person who has previously taken an oath to support the Constitution of the United States

Which of the following offices can a disqualified person not hold?

• State office under the United States
• Military office under the United States
• Civil office under the United States
• Local office under the United States

Who has the power to remove the disability of a disqualified person? (This means, to vote to allow that person to be in office, or change the rules to allow disqualified people to hold office)

• The President

• The Supreme Court

• The Congress

• The State Legislature

What is the consequence of engaging in insurrection or rebellion against the United States?

• Fines

• Deportation

• Imprisonment

• Disqualification from holding office

According to the 14th Amendment, can a President or Vice-President hold office, who has "engaged in insurrection?"

• Yes

• No