This chapter examines the intricacies of the U.S. electoral system, focusing on the contingent election process and the historical context established by the 12th Amendment. It highlights the debates and compromises made during the Philadelphia Convention that shaped the Electoral College, addressing the balance between state representation and the influence of populous states.
In today's episode of the mini-series, we discuss the House contingent election. It hasn't happened since 1824, but could it this year? What could trigger it? And what would happen if the House has to choose the President?