Can the President of the United States fire the Vice President?
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No, the VP cannot be fired by the President.
Information to include in the answer: Yes, if it was written into the Vice Presidential’s contract that he can only be fired by Congress.
Although it is unclear whether or not the VP could actually be fired himself – it appears that he would have to resign first and then withdraw his resignation before a vote passes in both houses of congress. Nevertheless it does seem as though anything other than death or inability to discharge their duties is grounds for removal from office.
The VP should also not be confused with a lieutenant who dies while on active duty – which would require an accelerated congressional vote.
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